11.5.1 - Ratio Method (Simple Correction)
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What does P_c represent in the Ratio Method?
💡 Hint: Think about what the adjustment aims to achieve.
What is a possible reason for inconsistent rainfall records?
💡 Hint: Consider environmental changes.
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What does the Ratio Method aim to correct?
💡 Hint: Focus on the type of data we discussed in the section.
True or False: The Ratio Method requires data from multiple neighboring stations.
💡 Hint: Think about what the Double Mass Curve requires.
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Suppose a rainfall gauge has an old slope of 2.5 and a new slope of 3.0. If the original rainfall reading for July is 150 mm, calculate the corrected value for that month.
💡 Hint: Focus on using the right formula for adjustment.
Consider a scenario where two neighboring stations show a consistent slope, but your station's slope changes dramatically after a decade. Discuss the implications for data reliability and how the Ratio Method could be applied.
💡 Hint: Think of how neighboring data helps validate the station's records.
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