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Meteorologymedium#184

The subtropical high pressure belt is located at approximately:

A

0° latitude

B

90° latitude

C

60° latitude

D

30° latitude

Correct

Explanation

Subtropical high pressure belts (horse latitudes) are found at approximately 30°N and 30°S, where air from the Hadley Cell descends.

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