Which of the following is true of hurricanes in the western Atlantic?
A)the peak months of occurrence are from August to October.
B)they are generally called cyclones or typhoons in this part of the world.
C)they are associated with the cool,southward-flowing Kuroshio current.
D)they occur in association with local monsoonal winds.
E)they move water from the southern ocean toward the north pole.

Question

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The peak months of occurrence for hurricanes in the western Atlantic are from August to October.

Answer: B
 Hurricanes in the western Atlantic are generally called hurricanes, not cyclones or typhoons.

Answer: E
 Hurricanes in the western Atlantic do not move water from the southern ocean toward the north pole.

Therefore, the correct answer is A.

Which of the Following Is True of Hurricanes in the Western