Which of the Following Statements Concerning Debris Flows Is Not

question 30

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements concerning debris flows is not true?

• A) Debris flows deposit talus slopes.
• B) In hilly areas, debris flows move down the canyons and stream valleys.
• C) Debris flows may be caused by heavy rains or melting snow.
• D) Debris flows can move and carry very large boulders and other coarse debris.

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Definitions:

Means to End

A method or action carried out for the purpose of achieving a specific goal or outcome.

Deontological

Pertaining to an ethical theory that suggests the morality of an action should be based on whether the action itself is right or wrong under a series of rules, rather than based on the consequences of the action.

Utilitarian

Pertaining to the ethical theory that the best action is the one that maximizes utility, generally defined as that which produces the greatest well-being of the greatest number of people.

Amoral

Lacking a moral sense; unconcerned with the rightness or wrongness of something.