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Which of the following typically happens to the barometric pressure after a cold front passes?
AI Explanation
The correct answer is B) rises, often quite rapidly, with clearing skies.
When a cold front passes, the barometric pressure typically rises rapidly as the leading edge of the high-pressure system behind the front moves in. This high-pressure system is associated with clearing skies and drier air. The other answer choices are incorrect because:
A) The barometric pressure does not remain the same, but rather rises.
C) The barometric pressure does not fluctuate, but rather rises steadily.
D) The barometric pressure rises, not remains the same, as the clouds clear out.
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