The greatest storm surge and highest winds occur in the___________ quadrant of Northern Hemisphere hurricanes.
A) left- front
B) right- back
C) left- back
D) right- front

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The highest storm surge and winds occur in the right-front quadrant of Northern Hemisphere hurricanes due to the combination of forward motion, counterclockwise rotation, and highest wind speeds. This quadrant is generally to the right of the hurricane's eye and forward of its direction of motion.

The Greatest Storm Surge and Highest Winds Occur in The___________