Question 924Navigation General

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A weather forecast states that the wind will commence veering. In the Northern Hemisphere this indicates that the wind will _______________.

A increase in velocity
B shift in a counterclockwise manner
C continue blowing from the same direction
D shift in a clockwise manner
AI Explanation

The correct answer is D) shift in a clockwise manner. In the Northern Hemisphere, the veering of the wind indicates that it is shifting in a clockwise direction. This is due to the Coriolis effect, which causes the wind to veer to the right in the Northern Hemisphere as it moves. The clockwise shift in wind direction is a characteristic of high-pressure systems and is an important factor to consider in weather forecasting and navigation. The other options are incorrect because: A) an increase in wind velocity is not inherently indicated by the term "veering," B) a counterclockwise shift would be the opposite of what is expected in the Northern Hemisphere, and C) the key information in the question is that the wind will be veering, which means it will change direction, not remain the same.

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