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Short-term weather forecast: The correct answer is C. 0-72 hrs. Short-term weather forecasts typically cover a time frame of up to 3 days.
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Tool for collecting weather data at mid-to upper levels of the atmosphere: The correct answer is C. Balloon. Weather balloons (or radiosondes) collect data from higher in the atmosphere.
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Type of map for studying surface weather conditions and connecting areas of similar pressure: The correct answer is D. Surface weather map; isobars. Isobars are the lines on a surface weather map that connect areas of equal pressure.
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