Question 23
Which statement best explains why transpacific aircraft routes tend to avoid the Pacific Ocean?
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A. Cruising through the Pacific Ocean takes a longer distance.
B. Cruising through the Pacific Ocean limits access to airports for diversion.
C. Cruising through the Pacific Ocean subjects the aircraft to jet streams.
D. Cruising through the Pacific Ocean exposes the aircraft to more thunderstorms.
E. Cruising through the Pacific Ocean exposes the aircraft to more radiation.
Editorial review: explain the scientific issue and assess whether the source supports a unique choice.
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A. Cruising through the Pacific Ocean takes a longer distance.
B. Cruising through the Pacific Ocean limits access to airports for diversion.
C. Cruising through the Pacific Ocean subjects the aircraft to jet streams.
D. Cruising through the Pacific Ocean exposes the aircraft to more thunderstorms.
E. Cruising through the Pacific Ocean exposes the aircraft to more radiation.
Editorial review: explain the scientific issue and assess whether the source supports a unique choice.