PROBLEM SOLVING. The solution to this problem MUST be attached to this item. Using Thiessen polygon method, determine the mean rainfall in this area, given the properties of the 4 rainfall stations. You are NOT allowed to use any computer application to solve this problem. Polygons must be drawn by hand. Show complete tabulation of areas and weighted precipitation. Coordinates in KM Rainfall Amount in cm Gauge A (3, 3) 7 B (5, 5) 11 (7, 3) D (5, 1) 13

PROBLEM SOLVING. The solution to this problem MUST be attached to this item. Using Thiessen polygon method, determine the mean rainfall in this area, given the properties of the 4 rainfall stations. You are NOT allowed to use any computer application to solve this problem. Polygons must be drawn by hand. Show complete tabulation of areas and weighted precipitation. Coordinates in KM Rainfall Amount in cm Gauge A (3, 3) 7 B (5, 5) 11 (7, 3) D (5, 1) 13

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Author:KASSIMALI, Aslam.

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Chapter2: Loads On Structures

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