Although damages caused by a hurricane depend on several factors, which is the most significant?

A) size and population density of the affected area B) number of tornadoes
C) near-shore bottom configuration D) strength of the storm


D

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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________ usually has a larger influence on coastal topography than in the interior of continents

A) Rainfall B) Faulting C) Wind D) Barometric pressure E) Earthquakes

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Which of the following best describes air circulation at high latitudes?

A) Cold dense air rises at the poles, flows outward away from the poles, and rises between 60 and 45 degrees latitude. B) Cold dense air sinks at the poles, flows outward away from the poles, and rises between 60 and 45 degrees latitude. C) Cold dense air sinks at the poles, flows outward away from the poles, and sinks between 60 and 45 degrees latitude. D) Cold dense air rises at the poles, flows outward away from the poles, and sinks between 60 and 45 degrees latitude.

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