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Q. Which of the following statements about convectional rainfall are true? 1. The areas of the world, having an equatorial type of climate, receive this kind of rainfall. 2. It is usually torrential and accompanied by thunder and lightning. 3. It is also known as 4 o’clock rain.

A
1 and 3
B
1 and 2
C
2 and 3
D
1, 2 and 3

Correct Answer

1, 2 and 3

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