Pattern Forecasting

question 101

Multiple Choice

Pattern forecasting

• A)is not a valid technique and should seldom be used.
• B)is used only by forecasters who do not understand the atmosphere.
• C)is the same as the analog approach and is a useful and valid technique.
• D)is used only when one has no other information to go by.

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