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Consider the following statements on wind system : (A) Equatorial low pressure belt is also called Doldrums. (B) Horse latitudes are high pressure
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Consider the following statements on wind system :
(A) Equatorial low pressure belt is also called Doldrums.
(B) Horse latitudes are high pressure areas.
Choose the correct option.

A.

Only (A) is true

B.

Only (B) is true

C.

Both (A) and (B) are true

D.

Neither (A) nor (B) is true

Correct option is C

The correct option is (c) Both (A) and (B) are true.
Statement (A) is true. The equatorial low pressure belt, also known as the doldrums, is a region of low atmospheric pressure located near the equator. It is characterized by calm winds, hot and humid weather, and frequent thunderstorms.
Statement (B) is also true. The horse latitudes, also known as subtropical high pressure belts, are two belts of high atmospheric pressure located around 30 degrees north and south of the equator. They are characterized by light winds, warm temperatures, and dry conditions. Therefore, both statements are true, and the correct option is c

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