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Which of the following is an indication of soft or less dense hail impact?

1. Sharp edged spatter marks

2. Large dents in light-gauge metals

3. Very narrow spatter marks

4. Relatively faint spatter marks

The correct answer is: Relatively faint spatter marks

The indication of soft or less dense hail impact is represented by relatively faint spatter marks. This occurs because soft hail typically does not deliver the same level of force upon impact as dense or harder hail. As a result, the marks left on surfaces such as roofs or vehicles will be less pronounced, appearing faint or subtle. In contrast, sharp edged spatter marks usually suggest a more intense impact associated with tighter, crisper hail, while large dents in light-gauge metals indicate significant force, pointing toward a harder and denser hail impact. Very narrow spatter marks may imply a specific type of impact but do not clearly indicate softness or density without additional context. Thus, the presence of relatively faint spatter marks is a clear indicator of the softer nature of the hail that caused them.