Choose the Best Answer

question 29

Multiple Choice

Choose the best answer. Which would increase during a flood, discharge or velocity?

• A) Discharge only because there is more water flowing
• B) Velocity only because the water is flowing faster
• C) Neither discharge or velocity because the stream will be doing more erosion during a flood
• D) Neither discharge or velocity because both are constant for any given stream
• E) Both discharge and velocity will increase because there is more water flowing and it is flowing faster.

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Definitions:

Walking Beam

A pivoting, tandem-axle suspension beam that maintains axle spacing and alignment while maximizing tire-to-road contact.

Torque Rods

Components in vehicle suspension systems that limit the axle's movement and help maintain alignment by absorbing stress and vibration.

Axle Windup

A term used in automotive mechanics referring to the torsional stress and deformation experienced by vehicle axles during acceleration or under heavy loads.

Equalizing-beam

A suspension component designed to evenly distribute load and shock across multiple axles for smoother vehicle operation.