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Q. The weather office predicts “depression” over a certain area. It means

A
Heavy weather causing a feeling of depression
B
Cloudy skies
C
Atmospheric pressure in that area is lower than that in the surrounding areas
D
Low atmospheric pressure over a large area

Correct Answer

Atmospheric pressure in that area is lower than that in the surrounding areas

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