Barometer readings must be corrected for the effect of elevation because
A) lower elevations are usually colder than higher elevations
B) the acceleration of gravity is smaller at higher latitudes
C) vertical pressure changes are much larger than horizontal pressure changes
D) vertical pressure changes are much smaller than horizontal pressure changes
Answer: C
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