With respect to the Coriolis force, which association is NOT correct?

A) deflection — always at a 90 degree angle to the direction of air flow
B) Low wind speeds — strongest deflection
C) North Pole — strongest deflection
D) Northern Hemisphere — deflection to the right of the wind's original direction


B

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