11.6 - Application of Consistency Checks in Engineering
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Practice Questions
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What is the main reason for applying consistency checks in engineering?
💡 Hint: Think about the importance of accurate data.
Name one application of consistent rainfall data.
💡 Hint: Consider where rain data is crucial in construction.
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Why are consistency checks vital in rainfall data?
💡 Hint: Think about the outcomes of using inaccurate data.
True or False: Inconsistent rainfall data can lead to overestimation in flood risk.
💡 Hint: Consider how data accuracy directly affects flood risk assessments.
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A city plans to build a new reservoir based on historical rainfall data from the last 30 years. However, inconsistencies arise from several nearby stations. Discuss the implications this could have.
💡 Hint: Think about the outcomes of water mismanagement.
Analyze how the lack of consistent rainfall data could skew climate change research outcomes for a region experiencing unpredictable weather patterns.
💡 Hint: Consider how scientific research relies on clear data.
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