Consider the winter scenario in which a large section of the Prairies has had no electricity due to downed power lines. Which of the following forms of precipitation most likely produced this situation?

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Freezing rain is precipitation that falls as liquid but freezes on contact with surfaces such as power lines, buildings, and trees, resulting in the formation of a layer of ice. This ice accumulation can cause power lines to break and fall, leading to power outages.

Consider the Winter Scenario in Which a Large Section of the Prairies