Question 1

One commonly used way to improve a numerical model forecast is to:

Accepted Answer

A)  simplify the model's assumptions. 
B)  eliminate portions of the model that aren't contributing to the forecast. 
C)  statistically assess errors that the model makes repeatedly and adjust the forecast accordingly. 
D)  reformulate the model after every forecast to correct errors. 
A)  simplify the model's assumptions. 
B)  eliminate portions of the model that aren't contributing to the forecast. 
C)  statistically assess errors that the model makes repeatedly and adjust the forecast accordingly. 
D)  reformulate the model after every forecast to correct errors.

Question 2

How can a satellite "see" water vapor in the atmosphere?

Accepted Answer

A)  It measures solar radiation reflecting off of the water vapor. 
B)  It estimates vapor based on the temperature of the atmosphere. 
C)  The satellite is capable of sensing the wavelength of radiation typically emitted by water vapor. 
D)  It can't see vapor - it can only identify places where vapor is condensing. 
A)  It measures solar radiation reflecting off of the water vapor. 
B)  It estimates vapor based on the temperature of the atmosphere. 
C)  The satellite is capable of sensing the wavelength of radiation typically emitted by water vapor. 
D)  It can't see vapor - it can only identify places where vapor is condensing.

Question 3

-What is the current air temperature represented on the station model shown above?

Accepted Answer

A)  69°F 
B)  75°F 
C)  105°F 
D)  75°C 
E)  - 20°C 
A)  69°F 
B)  75°F 
C)  105°F 
D)  75°C 
E)  - 20°C

Question 4

Isotherms are lines representing equal values of solar radiation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Why are most weather data displayed in the form of a map or chart?

Accepted Answer

A)  Maps are easier to construct than tables. 
B)  Maps display the data in their proper place, relative to other data, and allow the identification of patterns. 
C)  Maps are easier to remember. 
D)  More data can be recorded on a map. 
A)  Maps are easier to construct than tables. 
B)  Maps display the data in their proper place, relative to other data, and allow the identification of patterns. 
C)  Maps are easier to remember. 
D)  More data can be recorded on a map.

Question 6

A farmer is trying to determine which kind of seed he should plant. He consults a(n) in order to determine the length of his growing season and average rainfall in order to make the best choice.

Accepted Answer

A)  climatological forecast 
B)  analog forecast 
C)  numerical forecast 
D)  persistence forecast 
A)  climatological forecast 
B)  analog forecast 
C)  numerical forecast 
D)  persistence forecast

Question 7

Oceans are less likely than land masses to be monitored for weather conditions.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

-What is the current wind direction represented on the station model shown above?

Accepted Answer

A)  NE 
B)  SW 
C)  NW 
D)  SE 
A)  NE 
B)  SW 
C)  NW 
D)  SE

Question 9

The forecasts for local and regional weather are produced by:

Accepted Answer

A)  National Cyclone Center. 
B)  Weather Forecast Offices. 
C)  National Centers for Environmental Prediction. 
D)  State Weather Forecast Offices. 
A)  National Cyclone Center. 
B)  Weather Forecast Offices. 
C)  National Centers for Environmental Prediction. 
D)  State Weather Forecast Offices.

Question 10

These satellites were placed in orbit over the equator and remain fixed over a point on Earth because they keep pace with the earth's rate of rotation.

Accepted Answer

A)  geostationary satellites 
B)  Automated Surface Observing Systems 
C)  polar satellites 
D)  Doppler satellites 
A)  geostationary satellites 
B)  Automated Surface Observing Systems 
C)  polar satellites 
D)  Doppler satellites

Question 11

Despite advances in computer technology, numerical weather prediction has advanced little since 1960.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Only 50 nations are involved in the World Meteorological Organization.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Meteorologists may blend the results of multiple models and put their own personal adjustments into a forecast.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

The path that Northern Hemisphere cyclonic storms follow (storm track) is usually farther to the south during:

Accepted Answer

A)  summer. 
B)  nighttime. 
C)  autumn. 
D)  winter. 
A)  summer. 
B)  nighttime. 
C)  autumn. 
D)  winter.

Question 15

Long- range forecasts predict whether it will be drier/wetter or wetter/cooler than normal.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Why are some satellites described as being stationary?

Accepted Answer

A)  They can only observe stationary weather systems. 
B)  They have no orbital motion. 
C)  Their orbital motion matches the earth's rotation and stay above the same site. 
D)  They orbit over the earth's poles. 
A)  They can only observe stationary weather systems. 
B)  They have no orbital motion. 
C)  Their orbital motion matches the earth's rotation and stay above the same site. 
D)  They orbit over the earth's poles.

Question 17

The primary purpose of a radiosonde is:

Accepted Answer

A)  to acquire data about conditions in the upper atmosphere. 
B)  to compile data from thousands of automated weather stations into one file. 
C)  to report data about surface conditions at an automated weather station. 
D)  to calculate numerical predictions of weather. 
A)  to acquire data about conditions in the upper atmosphere. 
B)  to compile data from thousands of automated weather stations into one file. 
C)  to report data about surface conditions at an automated weather station. 
D)  to calculate numerical predictions of weather.

Question 18

The jet stream experiences stronger flow in the winter than summer.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Which of the following rely on the fact that gases of the atmosphere obey a number of known physical principles to predict the future state of the atmosphere?

Accepted Answer

A)  statistical methods 
B)  trend forecasting 
C)  numerical weather prediction 
D)  persistence forecasting 
A)  statistical methods 
B)  trend forecasting 
C)  numerical weather prediction 
D)  persistence forecasting

Question 20

What is a Skew- T?

Accepted Answer

A)  A numerical forecast model used to predict temperature. 
B)  A thermodynamic diagram that helps forecasters assess atmospheric instability. 
C)  A computer system used by forecasters. 
D)  A map of forecasted temperatures. 
A)  A numerical forecast model used to predict temperature. 
B)  A thermodynamic diagram that helps forecasters assess atmospheric instability. 
C)  A computer system used by forecasters. 
D)  A map of forecasted temperatures.

One commonly used way to improve a numerical model forecast is to:

How can a satellite "see" water vapor in the atmosphere?

-What is the current air temperature represented on the station model shown above?

Isotherms are lines representing equal values of solar radiation.

Why are most weather data displayed in the form of a map or chart?

A farmer is trying to determine which kind of seed he should plant. He consults a(n) in order to determine the length of his growing season and average rainfall in order to make the best choice.

Oceans are less likely than land masses to be monitored for weather conditions.

-What is the current wind direction represented on the station model shown above?

The forecasts for local and regional weather are produced by:

These satellites were placed in orbit over the equator and remain fixed over a point on Earth because they keep pace with the earth's rate of rotation.

Despite advances in computer technology, numerical weather prediction has advanced little since 1960.

Only 50 nations are involved in the World Meteorological Organization.

Meteorologists may blend the results of multiple models and put their own personal adjustments into a forecast.

The path that Northern Hemisphere cyclonic storms follow (storm track) is usually farther to the south during:

Long- range forecasts predict whether it will be drier/wetter or wetter/cooler than normal.

Why are some satellites described as being stationary?

The primary purpose of a radiosonde is:

The jet stream experiences stronger flow in the winter than summer.

Which of the following rely on the fact that gases of the atmosphere obey a number of known physical principles to predict the future state of the atmosphere?

What is a Skew- T?

Introduction to the Atmosphere

Heating Earths Surface and Atmosphere

Temperature

Moisture and Atmospheric Stability

Forms of Condensation and Precipitation

Air Pressure and Winds

Circulation of the Atmosphere

Air Masses

Weather Patterns

Thunderstorms and Tornadoes

Hurricanes

Air Pollution

The Changing Climate

World Climates

Optical Phenomena of the Atmosphere

Filters

Exam 12: Weather Analysis and Forecasting

One commonly used way to improve a numerical model forecast is to:

How can a satellite "see" water vapor in the atmosphere?

-What is the current air temperature represented on the station model shown above?

Isotherms are lines representing equal values of solar radiation.

Why are most weather data displayed in the form of a map or chart?

A farmer is trying to determine which kind of seed he should plant. He consults a(n) in order to determine the length of his growing season and average rainfall in order to make the best choice.

Oceans are less likely than land masses to be monitored for weather conditions.

-What is the current wind direction represented on the station model shown above?

The forecasts for local and regional weather are produced by:

These satellites were placed in orbit over the equator and remain fixed over a point on Earth because they keep pace with the earth's rate of rotation.

Despite advances in computer technology, numerical weather prediction has advanced little since 1960.

Only 50 nations are involved in the World Meteorological Organization.

Meteorologists may blend the results of multiple models and put their own personal adjustments into a forecast.

The path that Northern Hemisphere cyclonic storms follow (storm track) is usually farther to the south during:

Long- range forecasts predict whether it will be drier/wetter or wetter/cooler than normal.

Why are some satellites described as being stationary?

The primary purpose of a radiosonde is:

The jet stream experiences stronger flow in the winter than summer.

Which of the following rely on the fact that gases of the atmosphere obey a number of known physical principles to predict the future state of the atmosphere?

What is a Skew- T?

Introduction to the Atmosphere

Heating Earths Surface and Atmosphere

Temperature

Moisture and Atmospheric Stability

Forms of Condensation and Precipitation

Air Pressure and Winds

Circulation of the Atmosphere

Air Masses

Weather Patterns

Thunderstorms and Tornadoes

Hurricanes

Air Pollution

The Changing Climate

World Climates

Optical Phenomena of the Atmosphere

Filters