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.


Answer: A

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