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Why are the increments of no hail detected, up to 3/4″, 3/4″ to 2 inches and greater than 2″ detected, used as the scale?

April 26, 2017detected greater hail inches increments scale Used

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Why are the increments of no hail detected, up to 3/4″, 3/4″ to 2 inches and greater than 2″ detected, used as the scale?

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The NWS accepted standard definition of damaging hail is considered to be ¾” and greater. Hail above 2″ is a relatively rare occurrence, but can cause significant damage when it occurs.