The recurrence interval (R.I.) of 20 cm rain storm at a place is 5 years.

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The place may have 20 cm rain storm after every five years

The place may have 20 cm rain storm within a set of 5 years twice

The place will definitely have 20 cm rain storm after every five years

All of the above

Correct Answer : The place may have 20 cm rain storm after every five years

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