Which of the Following Is Correct Regarding Lapse Rates in the Troposphere

question 162

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is correct regarding lapse rates in the troposphere?

• A) The term "normal (average) lapse rate" refers to the actual lapse rate in effect at any particular time.
• B) The environmental lapse rate refers to the actual lapse rate at any particular time and may differ substantially from the normal lapse rate.
• C) The normal lapse rate is always the same as the dry adiabatic rate (DAR).
• D) Temperatures generally increase with altitude in the troposphere.

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