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Set 7 • Question #207 of 246
Launch Interactive Practice Room The area of strong westerly winds occurring between 40°S and 60°S latitude is called the __________.
A
polar easterlies
B
prevailing westerlies
C
roaring forties
✓ Correct Answer
D
jet streams
USCG NMC Regulatory Explanation
In USCG General Navigation principles (Bowditch, Light Lists, and Coast Pilots), regarding 'The area of strong westerly winds occurring between 40°S and 60°S latitude is called the', the verified fact is: 'roaring forties'.
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