What measurement scale is used to determine wind speed?
Correct answer: B. Beaufort Scale
- A. Richter Scale
- B. Beaufort Scale
- C. Meter-second scale
- D. None of these
Explanation
The Beaufort scale classifies wind force by observing its effects, ranging from calm conditions to hurricane-force winds. The Richter scale measures earthquake magnitude, not wind.
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