Statement I: Pressure gradients determine the velocity of winds
Statement II: When isobars (lines or equal atmospheric pressure) are closely spaced, the wind velocity would be gentle

Options

A. Both the statements are individually true and Statement II is the correct explanation of Statement I
B. Both the statements 'are individually true but Statement II is not the correct explanation of Statement I
C. Statement I is true but Statement II is false
D. Statement I is false but Statement II is true

Answer

A

Explanation

When isobars are closely spaced, the wind velocity would be gentle as the pressure gradients determine the velocity of winds