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Which set of conditions is most characteristic of stable air?
- A.Layered clouds, haze, and poor visibility with generally smooth air
- B.Towering cumulus, showery precipitation, and good visibility
- C.Strong gusty turbulence with rapidly building clouds
Correct answer
A. Layered clouds, haze, and poor visibility with generally smooth air
Why
Stable air resists vertical motion, so moisture and pollutants spread out in layers instead of rising. The trade-off is smooth flight but reduced visibility in haze and stratus.
Source: FAA-G-8082-22 Ch. 3 · ACS knowledge area: Aviation Weather Sources and Effects · From the Aviation Weather practice bank (WEA-056).