The frictional force effect on winds
A)is lessened in areas with rougher surfaces.
B)increases with increasing altitude.
C)is constant,regardless of time of day or year.
D)is negligible at altitudes above 500 m (~1,600 ft).

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Frictional force on winds is negligible at higher altitudes, such as above 500 meters, because the influence of the Earth's surface decreases with altitude.

The Frictional Force Effect on Winds