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Analysis of data on maximum one-day rainfall depth at
Madras indicated that a depth of 280 mm had a return
period of 50 years. Determine the probability of a one-
day rainfall depth equal to or greater than 280 mm at
Madras occuring (a) once in 20 successive years (b) two
times in 15 successive years and (c) at least once in 20
successive years.
Transcribed Image Text:Analysis of data on maximum one-day rainfall depth at Madras indicated that a depth of 280 mm had a return period of 50 years. Determine the probability of a one- day rainfall depth equal to or greater than 280 mm at Madras occuring (a) once in 20 successive years (b) two times in 15 successive years and (c) at least once in 20 successive years.
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