Why do hurricanes in the Atlantic move toward the west during their early stages?
A)Prevailing winds are from the east.
B)steering influence of ocean currents
C)They move away from areas of high salinity.
D)Warmer water temperatures guide them.
E)Coriolis effect guides them.

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Prevailing trade winds in the Atlantic blow from east to west at lower latitudes. This means that hurricanes that form in the eastern Atlantic are initially pushed westward by the prevailing winds.

Why Do Hurricanes in the Atlantic Move Toward the West