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The following list shows the weather observations during a summer day in an area of North Carolina: - winds changing and beginning to blow from the north - falling atmospheric pressure - cumulonimbus clouds moving in Based on these observations, what weather conditions will likely exist before the day is over?

• clear skies and cooler temperatures

• light rain and warmer temperatures

• heavy rain and warmer temperatures

• thunderstorms and cooler temperatures

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Michael collected air pressure data for the week. His results are shown in the chart below: Day | Air Pressure Monday | 33.35 inches Tuesday | 32.33 inches Wednesday | 32.22 inches Thursday | 31.15 inches Friday | 28.49 inches Which is the best prediction for the type of weather on Saturday?

• clear and cold

• clear and warm

• cloudy and rainy

• cloudy and humid

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The graphs below show monthly temperature and precipitation data. Which prediction could be made based on the data?

• Next year, the warmest months will have the most precipitation.

• Next year, the warmest months will have the least precipitation.

• Next year, the coldest months will have the most precipitation.

• Next year, the coldest months will have the least precipitation.

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Below is a map of the United States. Where are the warmest thunderstorms most likely to appear?

• northern U.S.

• southwest U.S.

• southeast U.S.

• northeast U.S.

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Based on the information in the table, in which city will it most likely rain?

• City W

• City X

• City Y

• City Z

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Which is the most useful data scientists can use to help determine drought conditions?

• weather radar and satellite pictures

• wind speed records and temperature records

• rainfall measurement and barometric pressure

• rainfall measurement and lake and river water levels

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A thunderstorm moved through Raleigh. Which graph best shows a barometer’s data before, during, and after the storm?

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The data table below lists precipitation amounts for the month of January over a 4-year period. Which is the best prediction for the precipitation amount in January 2012?

• A. between 4.5 and 4.7 inches

• B. between 4.7 and 4.9 inches

• C. between 4.5 and 5.5 inches

• D. between 5.3 and 6.3 inches

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Why do scientists collect data about the amount of water vapor in the air?

• to determine humidity levels

• to monitor evaporation rates

• to predict wind speed and direction

• to determine atmospheric pressure

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After a few hours of light rain falling at Kay’s house, she noticed the temperature outside was higher than before. Which type of front most likely passed over Kay’s house?

• cold front

• warm front

• occluded front

• stationary front

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