The region of high pressure extending around the Earth at about 35°N latitude is called the __________.
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option A — horse latitudes
Meteorological definitions in Bowditch identify the belt of high pressure encircling the Earth around 30 degrees latitude, characterized by calm winds and descending air, as the subtropical highs or horse latitudes.
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