Fronts are transition zones between cool and warm air masses. The leading edge of a wedge of cold air represents the frontal zone. The front is called a cold front if the wedge is moving into an area of warmer air. If the wedge is retreating, the front is called a warm front with warmer air moving into an area previously occupied by cool air.

Which weather condition is NOT associated with cold fronts?

A) sudden drop of temperature as front passes
B) strong thunderstorms along and ahead of the front
Eliminate
C) winds south-southwest before passing and west-northwest after passing
D) pressure rising steadily before passing and falling steadily after passing