The probability of a sudden wind may be...

Question 1 / 2707066636ee928f7522a1c519eda

Question 1 of 2707066636ee928f7522a1c519eda

The probability of a sudden wind may be foretold by __________.

Question 1 of 27070

The probability of a sudden wind may be foretold by __________.

🔍 Key Concepts

• Local weather signs that suggest increasing wind or a squall • Typical appearance and behavior of thunderstorm and squall lines • Differences between stable overcast conditions and rapidly changing sky conditions

💭 Think About

• Which cloud pattern suggests that strong winds might arrive suddenly rather than gradually? • Think about situations when a cold front or squall line comes through quickly at sea—what does the sky usually look like just before the gust hits? • Which choice describes a sky condition that indicates an approaching disturbance rather than generally fair or settled weather?

✅ Before You Answer

• Identify which option describes a rapidly changing and approaching feature, not just a general sky condition. • Eliminate any choices that normally indicate fair or stable weather. • Focus on the option that would most likely make you consider reducing sail or preparing the vessel for a sudden increase in wind.

Question 1 of 27070

The probability of a sudden wind may be foretold by __________.

the formation of cumulus clouds in the sky

an overcast sky

a fast approaching line of dark clouds

a partly cloudy sky