The diurnal variation of pressure is most noticeable __________.
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option A — in the doldrums
Per Bowditch, the regular diurnal pressure variation is most pronounced in the doldrums because masking weather disturbances are minimal, allowing the solar-induced thermal tide to dominate.
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