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sammy

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In terms of the hydrologic cycle, where is precipitation generally greatest?
 
  A) over wide, flat areas
  B) near mountainous regions
  C) over canyons
  D) over lakes

Question 2

Is it good to control flooding with dams?
 
  What will be an ideal response?


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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: B

Answer to Question 2

Answer: Perhaps as a short-term, localized solution; however, if we prevent flooding everywhere along a river, the water will build up to unmanageable levels downstream.


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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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