A hurricane is characterized by winds of __________.
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option D — 64 knots or greater
According to international meteorological criteria and Bowditch, a hurricane or tropical cyclone is classified when sustained surface wind speeds reach 64 knots or greater (Force 12 on the Beaufort scale).
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