In which of the following conditions is the polar jet stream strongest in the northern hemisphere?
A. when air temperatures on opposite sides of the polar front are about equal
B. when air north of the polar front is much colder than air south of the polar front
C. when air north of the polar front is much warmer than air south of the polar front
D. when relative humidity values on opposite sides of the polar front are about equal
Answer: B
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