Thunder exhibiting a prolonged,rumbling sound
A)is likely originating from multiple lightning bolts.
B)is likely originating from different regions of a single lightning stroke.
C)indicates a reduced intensity of the associated lightning strike.
D)indicates a higher-temperature thunderstorm.

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A prolonged, rumbling sound in thunder indicates that the sound waves are bouncing off different regions of a single lightning stroke, creating a sound that lasts longer and is less distinct. This is known as rolling thunder.

Thunder Exhibiting a Prolonged,rumbling Sound