The Lag of the Maximum Is Exhibited When

question 31

Multiple Choice

The lag of the maximum is exhibited when:

• A)the maximum temperature during a year does not occur until autumn.
• B)the highest levels of solar radiation are not received until late afternoon.
• C)the maximum temperature for the day occurs several hours after maximum solar radiation receipt.
• D)the warmest annual mean temperature occurs in the year following maximum CO₂ emissions.

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