15.5.3.2. Processed data

Try these first

1. 1.

   What are the four time scales of rainfall data mentioned?

   Hint

   Think of how we measure rainfall over different times.

2. 2.

   Define raw data in the context of rainfall measurement.

   Hint

   Consider what the instruments directly give us.

3. 3.

   What is NOT a time scale classification of rainfall data?

   • Daily
   • Weekly
   • Monthly
   • Hourly

   Hint

   Consider the typical time frames used in meteorological analysis.

4. 4.

   True or False: Areal rainfall averages are determined from point measurements.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about how we calculate averages.

5. 5.

   If a region received rainfall measured over hourly, daily, and monthly scales, how would you approach designing a water reservoir?

   Hint

   Consider how often water levels change.

6. 6.

   Analyze the impact of using only raw data in planning agricultural irrigation schemes.

   Hint

   Think about how one point of data might mislead planning.