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How are wind shifts defined in the text?
How are wind shifts defined in the text?
- A change in direction by at least 45 degrees (correct)
- A change in speed by at least 10 knots
- A change in speed by at least 5 knots
- A change in direction by at least 90 degrees
When can data from alternate equipment be used for determining winds according to the text?
When can data from alternate equipment be used for determining winds according to the text?
- Only when the primary sensor is inoperative
- Never, data from alternate equipment should never be used
- Always, regardless of the primary sensor's status
- Only when the primary sensor is considered unrepresentative (correct)
How should wind direction be determined manually using a compass?
How should wind direction be determined manually using a compass?
- Convert magnetic direction to true direction before taking the reading
- Take a 30-second average reading
- Face away from the wind
- Take a 2-minute average reading (correct)
What is the minimum criteria for sustained winds during a wind shift according to the text?
What is the minimum criteria for sustained winds during a wind shift according to the text?
When should winds be reported as estimated according to the text?
When should winds be reported as estimated according to the text?
What is the main consideration while determining the predominant wind direction manually?
What is the main consideration while determining the predominant wind direction manually?
In wind observing standards, what speed qualifies as peak wind data?
In wind observing standards, what speed qualifies as peak wind data?
What should be done with incomplete wind records if peak wind speed occurred within the missing data period?
What should be done with incomplete wind records if peak wind speed occurred within the missing data period?
'Predominant wind direction' refers to which type of measurement according to the text?
'Predominant wind direction' refers to which type of measurement according to the text?
'Peak wind data' is determined by which sensors according to the text?
'Peak wind data' is determined by which sensors according to the text?
