The Enhanced Fujita scale,which is used to rate tornado intensity,is based on the ________.
A)width of the funnel
B)length of the track on the ground
C)damage inflicted
D)maximum wind speed

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The Enhanced Fujita Scale rates tornado intensity based on maximum wind speed, as determined by the damage it inflicts. The scale ranges from EF0 (65-85 mph winds) to EF5 (winds over 200 mph). The other factors mentioned (width of the funnel, length of the track, and damage inflicted) may provide additional information about the tornado, but they are not the primary basis for determining the tornado's intensity on the EF scale.

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