Light and variable winds-which caused difficulties for mariners in the days of sailing ships-occur under the
A) subpolar low and equatorial low.
B) subpolar low and subtropical high.
C) equatorial low and subtropical high.
D) equatorial low and subpolar low.

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Light and variable winds occur under the equatorial low and subtropical high. These regions are known as the doldrums and horse latitudes, respectively, and were notorious for causing difficulties for sailing ships in the past. The subpolar low is characterized by strong westerly winds, while the subtropical high is associated with light, steady winds.

Light and Variable Winds-Which Caused Difficulties for Mariners in the Days