The solid line indicates the 850 mb pressure level, and points A and B are at the same altitude.

-Which of the following describes where Point A lies?

Question

The solid line indicates the 850 mb pressure level, and points A and B are at the same altitude.
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-Which of the following describes where Point A lies?

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Point A lies in an upper-level ridge, as it is above the solid line indicating the 850 mb pressure level. In general, ridges are associated with high pressure and clear weather, while troughs are associated with low pressure and stormy weather.

The Solid Line Indicates the 850 Mb Pressure Level, and Points