​ -In Terms of Slope Stability Factors in Table 16.2, Weathering

question 59

Multiple Choice

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-In terms of slope stability factors in Table 16.2, weathering does what?

• A)increase the downslope force
• B)reduce the downslope force
• C)reduces friction
• D)both decreases friction and increases the downslope force

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