There is uncertainty among scientists over whether projected atmospheric warming will increase the frequency and intensity of tropical storms and hurricanes. In 2010, a World Meteorological Organization panel of experts concluded that projected atmospheric warming is likely to lead to ____ hurricanes and typhoons.

A. fewer and weaker 
B. more but weaker 
C. fewer but stronger 
D. more and stronger 
E. no change in the strength or frequency of 


Answer: C

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