The multi- screened computer system used by a weather forecaster to review data and make a forecast is called:
A) The Ensemble Forecast System (TEFS)
B) Advanced Weather Interactive Processing System (AWIPS)
C) Geographic Organization Electronic System (GOES)
D) The SkewT System

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The Advanced Weather Interactive Processing System (AWIPS) is the multi-screened computer system used by weather forecasters to review data and make a forecast. The Ensemble Forecast System (TEFS) is a different type of forecasting tool that involves running multiple models at once to create a more accurate forecast. The Geographic Organization Electronic System (GOES) is a satellite system used for weather observation and monitoring. The SkewT System is a tool used to create a detailed vertical profile of the atmosphere.

The Multi- Screened Computer System Used by a Weather Forecaster