A downslope wind coming off a mountain will ____ in a nearby city affected by a strong polar high-pressure system.

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A downslope wind, also known as a "Chinook" wind, is a warm and dry wind that descends from higher elevations down to lower elevations. As it descends, it compresses and warms up, leading to an increase in temperature in the nearby city. Therefore, it would increase the temperature in a city affected by a strong polar high-pressure system.

A Downslope Wind Coming Off a Mountain Will ____ in a Nearby