Because of the Larger Frictional Drag in Water, Ocean Currents

question 20

Multiple Choice

Because of the larger frictional drag in water, ocean currents move ____ the prevailing winds above.

• A)more slowly than
• B)faster than
• C)at the same speed as
• D)in opposite direction to
• E)perpendicular to

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