Question

Use the table to answer the question. Day Observations 1 sunny and warm 2 cloudy and rainy 3 drop in temperature 4 clear skies and cold temperatures A student tracks the daily weather. The student’s observations are logged in the table. Which factor in the atmosphere best explains the student’s observations? (1 point) Responses High levels of moisture are contained within an air mass. High levels of moisture are contained within an air mass. A cold front moved into the area. A cold front moved into the area. A warm front moved into the area. A warm front moved into the area. A warm air mass replaced a cold air mass.

Answer 1

The best explanation for the student's observations is "A cold front moved into the area."

Here's the reasoning:

• On Day 1, the weather is sunny and warm.
• On Day 2, it becomes cloudy and rainy, which is typically associated with a cold front approaching.
• On Day 3, there is a drop in temperature, which is another indicator that a cold front has moved in.
• On Day 4, clear skies and cold temperatures can follow the passage of a cold front, leading to stable and cooler conditions.

This pattern aligns with how cold fronts typically affect weather.