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15.5.3.2. Processed data
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What are the four time scales of rainfall data mentioned?
Hint
Think of how we measure rainfall over different times.
- 2.
Define raw data in the context of rainfall measurement.
Hint
Consider what the instruments directly give us.
- 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.
True or False: Areal rainfall averages are determined from point measurements.
- True
- False
Hint
Think about how we calculate averages.
- 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.
Analyze the impact of using only raw data in planning agricultural irrigation schemes.
Hint
Think about how one point of data might mislead planning.
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