How would a weaker jet stream help to cause extreme flooding? (1 point)

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It would cause increased evaporation.
It would cause increased evaporation.

It would allow storm systems to stall in an area.
It would allow storm systems to stall in an area.

It would create high winds that move storm systems.
It would create high winds that move storm systems.

It would create thicker clouds.

Answer 1

The correct response is:

It would allow storm systems to stall in an area.

A weaker jet stream can lead to slower-moving or stalled storm systems, which can result in prolonged periods of heavy rainfall in the same area, contributing to extreme flooding.