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Cuando la presión atmosférica es menor que la normal:When atmospheric pressure is lower than normal:

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Correct answer: d) Tide height is higher than predicted

Why it is correct

Low pressure lets sea level rise. Roughly 10 cm for every 10 mb below normal.

Why the others are not

  • a) It has an effect.
  • b) That is high pressure.
  • c) The other way round.

How to work it out in the exam

  1. Low glass: higher tide.

Where this question comes from

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