When the temperature is below freezing from the surface to the 500 hPa pressure level, which precipitation type would be expected?

A. snow
B. rain
C. ice pellets
D. freezing rain


Answer: A

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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What will be an ideal response?

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