Multiple choice

A sudden fall in the barometric reading indicates _____.

  1. fine weather

  2. rain

  3. storm

  4. none of these

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

A sudden fall in barometric pressure indicates approaching stormy weather. Low pressure systems are associated with storms, clouds, and precipitation, while high pressure systems bring fair weather. Rapidly dropping pressure signals an approaching low-pressure system or storm front.