Which of the following is true?
A) Hurricanes are only given male names.
B) Hurricanes are only given female names.
C) Hurricanes are alternately assigned male and female names.
D) Atlantic hurricanes are given male names and Pacific hurricanes are given female names.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Hurricanes are alternately assigned male and female names. This practice began in 1979 to reduce sexism and increase awareness about the impacts of hurricanes on both genders. The World Meteorological Organization is responsible for assigning the names, which are chosen from a list of names that rotate every six years.

Which of the Following Is True