The westerlies lie between which latitudes?
A) 0 degrees and 30°N only
B) 30 degrees and 60°N only
C) 30 degrees and 60°N and S
D) 30 degrees and 60°S only
E) 0 degrees and 30°S only

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The westerlies are prevailing winds that blow from west to east, typically found between 35 to 60 degrees latitude in both hemispheres. Therefore, they lie between 30 degrees and 60°N and S (option C).

The Westerlies Lie Between Which Latitudes