On an upper-level chart, in which direction does the wind blow?

A. It tends to blow at right angles to the isobars or contour lines.
B. It tends to blow at constant speed.
C. It tends to blow parallel to the contours.
D. It tends to blow at an angle between 10 and 30 degrees to the contours and towards lower pressure.


Answer: C

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