If a mid-latitude cyclonic storm has moved from the southwest toward the northeast during the past six hours, the storm is likely to move toward the ____ during the next six hours.
A) northwest
B) southwest
C) southeast
D) northeast

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Mid-latitude cyclonic storms typically follow the westerlies or prevailing winds from west to east. Since the storm has moved from the southwest toward the northeast during the past six hours, it is likely to continue moving in the same direction, which is toward the northeast during the next six hours. Choice D is the best choice.

If a Mid-Latitude Cyclonic Storm Has Moved from the Southwest