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Practice Questions
Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.
Question 1
Easy
What does a rain gauge network measure?
💡 Hint: Think about what we are trying to measure with rain gauges.
Question 2
Easy
What does co-efficient of variation (Cv) indicate?
💡 Hint: Consider how variation relates to average measurements.
Practice 4 more questions and get performance evaluation
Interactive Quizzes
Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.
Question 1
What is the primary goal of designing an optimum rain gauge network?
- To increase costs
- To balance cost and accuracy
- To reduce the number of gauges
💡 Hint: Consider what we are trying to achieve with the network.
Question 2
True or False: Implementing the network in one go is more effective than a staged implementation.
- True
- False
💡 Hint: Think about flexibility in design.
Solve and get performance evaluation
Challenge Problems
Push your limits with challenges.
Question 1
Design a rain gauge network for a mountainous region with significant rainfall variability. Outline the number of gauges needed and the rationale behind your placements.
💡 Hint: Keep in mind the recommended density for mountainous regions.
Question 2
A new rain gauge is installed, but initial readings show a discrepancy with nearby gauges. Use double mass curve analysis concepts to evaluate the data consistency.
💡 Hint: What does a break in the curve signify?
Challenge and get performance evaluation