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Which historical reason explains the choice of 500 hectopascals for the first forecast model?

  • A.It is the level at which the temperature is closest to the mean temperature of the whole troposphere
  • B.It lies close to the level of non-divergence
  • C.It is the level at which the strongest winds are found within the mid-latitude westerly flow aloft
  • D.It is easiest to observe

Answer: B

The barotropic model assumes non-divergent flow, so it is most nearly valid at the level where the divergence actually vanishes, and 500 hectopascals is close to that level. It is also the level with half the atmospheric mass beneath it, which reinforces the choice. The strongest winds are near 250 hectopascals, and observational convenience did not drive the decision.

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