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Which effect results when upper-level divergence aloft reinforces surface low pressure within a Hadley cell?

A)Increased cloud formation rates
B)Weakening of the subtropical jet
C)Suppression of deep convection
D)Reduction of surface wind speeds

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When upper-level divergence enhances a surface low, upward air motion intensifies due to mass continuity, causing increased adiabatic cooling and condensation leading to more clouds. Therefore rate of cloud forming increases, rather than jet weakening, convection suppression, or wind reduction requiring a different atmospheric situation.

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