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What feature is normally associated with the cumulus stage of a thunderstorm?
A
Roll cloud.
B
Continuous updraft.✓ Correct Answer
C
Frequent lightning.
Explanation
The cumulus stage is characterized by continuous updrafts that build the cloud (PHAK Chapter 12). Roll clouds with the gust front and frequent lightning belong to the mature stage.
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