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The polar jet stream is located at approximately:

A. 10° latitude

B. 60° latitude

C. 90° latitude

D. 30° latitude

Answer: Option B

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

The polar jet stream is found at the boundary between the Ferrel and Polar cells, approximately at 60° latitude in both hemispheres.

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