Which of the following would cause the Coriolis force to increase?
A)Increase in wind speed.
B)Increase in friction.
C)Movement over very small areas.
D)Occurrence closer to the equator.

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The Coriolis force is directly proportional to the speed of the object. Therefore, an increase in wind speed would cause an increase in the Coriolis force. B, C, and D would not cause an increase in the Coriolis force.

Which of the Following Would Cause the Coriolis Force to Increase