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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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