What is the major factor affecting wind speed?

Air temperature difference.

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Air pressure difference.

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Difference in humidity of air.

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Difference in altitude of air.

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Solution

The correct option is B Air pressure difference.
Wind blows from high to low pressure areas and its speed depends on the amount of difference in air pressure.

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