When hurricanes first form in the Northern Hemisphere, they usually travel from ________, and later from ________ as they move to higher latitudes.
A) east to west; west to east
B) west to east; east to west
C) north to south; west to east
D) any path is equally likely

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Hurricanes in the Northern Hemisphere typically form in the tropical regions and initially travel from east to west due to the trade winds. As they move to higher latitudes, they are influenced by the westerlies, causing them to shift and travel from west to east.

When Hurricanes First Form in the Northern Hemisphere, They Usually