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What is a characteristic of stable air?
A
Stratiform clouds.✓ Correct Answer
B
Unlimited visibility.
C
Cumulus clouds.
Explanation
Stable air produces stratiform (layered) clouds, smooth air, steady precipitation and fair to poor visibility (PHAK Chapter 12). Cumulus clouds and good visibility are characteristics of unstable air.
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