The High Runoff Following Sporadic Desert Downpours Can Create Sudden

question 35

Multiple Choice

The high runoff following sporadic desert downpours can create sudden local floods called ______.

• A) ephemeral floods
• B) flash floods
• C) spring floods
• D) storm surges
• E) desert disasters

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Definitions:

Marginal Cost

The cost of producing one additional unit of a product or service.

Society's Welfare

The overall well-being and quality of life of a community or society, influenced by economic, social, and environmental factors.

Marginal Cost

The cost added by producing one additional unit of a product or service, a critical factor in economic decision-making.

Society's Welfare

The overall well-being and standard of living of the community or society as a whole.