The First Step in Preventing Mass- Movement Events Is

question 31

Multiple Choice

The first step in preventing mass- movement events is:

• A) to determine how to reduce slope forces promoting mass movement.
• B) investigation of subsurface geology in the area.
• C) identification of potential trigger mechanisms in the region.
• D) to determine how to enhance slope forces resisting movement.

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