Suppose you take a trip during the summer from Ontario to Alberta. Which of the following describes the afternoon cumulus clouds you likely observe as you travel west?
A)The clouds have higher cloud bases.
B)The clouds disappear.
C)The clouds form earlier in the day.
D)The clouds are larger.

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As you travel west, the air becomes drier and the temperature typically increases. This means that cumulus clouds are less likely to form, but if they do, they will have higher cloud bases due to the warmer and drier conditions.

Suppose You Take a Trip During the Summer from Ontario