Which of the Following Statements Describes What Is Required for a Forecast

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements describes what is required for a forecast to show skill?

• A)It must be better than a forecast based on persistence or climatology.
• B)It must be accurate over more than 90 percent of the forecast area.
• C)It must be accurate to within 2°C of the predicted temperature.
• D)It must use the analogue method of forecasting.

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