14.3.2.1 - Moisture Maximization Approach
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What does PMP stand for?
💡 Hint: Think about what the maximum represents in terms of rainfall.
What is the formula for estimating PMP?
💡 Hint: Consider the terms for observed precipitation and maximum precipitable water.
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What does PMP stand for?
💡 Hint: Think about what the term 'probable' signifies regarding predictions.
True or False: The Envelopment Curve Method utilizes data from a single storm to estimate PMP.
💡 Hint: Consider how combining data can yield better insight.
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Given a storm with observed precipitation of 50mm and a maximum precipitable water of 100mm, calculate the PMP using the Moisture Maximization Approach.
💡 Hint: Focus on how the proportions work.
Critically evaluate the Transposition Technique. How would you adjust its use given climate change impacts on storm properties?
💡 Hint: How does climate variability affect storm frequency?
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