The flow of air around an anticyclone in the Southern Hemisphere is __________.

Correct Answer: Option A — counterclockwise and outward

In the Southern Hemisphere, the Coriolis effect causes air flowing out of a high-pressure system (anticyclone) to deflect to the left. This results in a clockwise circulation pattern. This fundamental meteorological principle is essential for mariners to understand wind patterns and pressure systems when navigating in southern latitudes.