Practice Data Quality, Checking and Corrections - 15.6 | 15. Rainfall Data in India | Hydrology & Water Resources Engineering - Vol 1
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15.6 - Data Quality, Checking and Corrections

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Practice Questions

Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.

Question 1

Easy

What are two types of common errors in rainfall data?

💡 Hint: Think about the sources of inaccuracies in collecting data.

Question 2

Easy

What is Double Mass Curve Analysis used for?

💡 Hint: Focus on how two datasets relate over time.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What type of error is leakage from a rain gauge?

  • Instrumental
  • Observer
  • Natural

💡 Hint: Consider if the error comes from the equipment or the person.

Question 2

True or False: Double Mass Curve Analysis is used for creating new datasets.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about the purpose of this method.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

A town's rainfall data has reported consistent shortages compared to neighboring areas. Describe the steps a scientist would take to investigate and resolve these discrepancies.

💡 Hint: Consider both equipment-related and human factors influencing the data.

Question 2

During a monsoon season, a rainfall gauge is found to have overflowed multiple times. Detail how this impacts data quality and the steps needed to correct the data.

💡 Hint: Think about the adjustments needed for both current and historical data.

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