weather theoryFAA-published question bank (Private Pilot, 2008)
Which weather phenomenon is always associated with a thunderstorm?
A
Lightning.✓ Correct Answer
B
Heavy rain.
C
Hail.
Explanation
By definition a thunderstorm produces thunder, which is caused by lightning, so lightning is always present. Heavy rain and hail are common but do not occur in every thunderstorm.
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