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(Refer to figure 15.) In the TAF from KOKC, the clear sky becomes
FAA Figure 15Terminal aerodrome forecasts (TAF)FAA-CT-8080-2H · Sport, Recreational, Private & Remote Pilot supplement
A
overcast at 2,000 feet during the forecast period between 2200Z and 2400Z.✓ Correct Answer
B
overcast at 200 feet with a 40 percent probability of becoming overcast at 600 feet during the forecast period between 2200Z and 2400Z.
C
overcast at 200 feet with the probability of becoming overcast at 400 feet during the forecast period between 2200Z and 2400Z.
Explanation
In the KOKC TAF, FM051600 gives P6SM SKC, then BECMG 0522/0524 20013G20KT 4SM SHRA OVC020: between 2200Z and 2400Z the clear sky becomes overcast at 2,000 feet. OVC020 is 2,000 feet (hundreds of feet), not 200 feet.
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