The frictional force effect on winds
A)is lessened in areas with rougher surfaces.
B)is negligible at altitudes above 500 m (~1,600 ft).
C)increases with increasing altitude.
D)is constant,regardless of time of day or year.
E)increases with altitude.

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Frictional force on winds decreases with altitude and becomes negligible above 500 meters (~1,600 ft), where the influence of the Earth's surface roughness diminishes.

The Frictional Force Effect on Winds