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Which prediction is most likely to happen due to solar energetic particles during a solar radiation storm?(1 point)
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Radio communications at high latitudes will be blocked.
Radio communications at high latitudes will be blocked.

Radio navigation and GPS systems will be inaccurate.
Radio navigation and GPS systems will be inaccurate.

Power will go out in cities across the world.
Power will go out in cities across the world.

Satellites will need to be repositioned due to satellite drag.
Satellites will need to be repositioned due to satellite drag.
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Answer 1

The prediction that is most likely to happen due to solar energetic particles during a solar radiation storm is:

Radio communications at high latitudes will be blocked.

Solar radiation storms can significantly affect radio waves, especially at higher latitudes, leading to disruptions in communication. While other options may also occur under certain circumstances, the blocking of radio communications is a direct and common consequence of increased solar activity.