Suppose you take a trip during the summer from Ontario to Alberta. Which of the following describes the afternoon cumulus clouds you likely observe as you travel west?

A. The clouds have higher cloud bases.
B. The clouds disappear.
C. The clouds form earlier in the day.
D. The clouds are larger.


Answer: A

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