How Does Urbanization of a Watershed Tend to Affect Flooding

question 12

Multiple Choice

How does urbanization of a watershed tend to affect flooding? ​

• A)there is generally no change in flooding
• B)floods don't change in magnitude, but become less frequent
• C)floods don't change in magnitude, but become more frequent
• D)flood peaks are reduced
• E)the flood peak rises higher and faster than before

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Definitions:

Explanation

The process of making something clear or easy to understand by describing or giving information about it.

Urban Underclass

A segment of the population that lives in urban areas and is characterized by high levels of unemployment, poverty, and social disadvantages.

Lower Class

A socioeconomic group that faces economic disadvantage, often with limited access to wealth, education, and job opportunities.

Social Status

An individual's position within a social hierarchy, which can be determined by factors such as occupation, education, income, and ancestry.