weather theoryFAA-published question bank (Private Pilot, 2008)
Thunderstorms reach their greatest intensity during the
A
mature stage.✓ Correct Answer
B
downdraft stage.
C
cumulus stage.
Explanation
The mature stage, with coexisting strong updrafts and downdrafts, heavy precipitation, lightning and possible hail, is when a thunderstorm reaches its greatest intensity (PHAK Chapter 12). 'Downdraft stage' is not one of the three stages, and the cumulus stage is the building phase.
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