What is the intensity and type of icing reported by a pilot?

The choice indicating "Light to moderate rime" as the intensity and type of icing is correct because it specifies both the severity and specific characteristics of the ice accumulation on surfaces of the aircraft. Rime icing occurs when supercooled liquid droplets freeze quickly upon contact with the aircraft, creating rough, opaque ice that can affect the aerodynamics of the aircraft and increase drag.

In reflecting on the distinctions between icing types, light to moderate rime icing suggests that while there is some level of ice accumulation, it is not excessive and can be manageable for trained pilots who know how to address it, such as by changing altitude or adjusting flight paths. The use of the terms "light" and "moderate" helps pilots understand what to expect and plan accordingly.

Other classifications of icing, such as clear icing or severe rime icing, would indicate either more hazardous conditions or a different type of icing that could necessitate more immediate action or avoidance, making "Light to moderate rime" a fitting description in the context of manageable and definable icing conditions commonly encountered in aviation.