Adding Earth Material to the Lower Part of a Slope

question 17

Multiple Choice

Adding earth material to the lower part of a slope which has the potential for a landslide would

• A) increase the resisting force.
• B) decrease the resisting force.
• C) increase the driving force.
• D) decrease the driving force.

Grasp the concept of causation vs. correlation, including the ability to identify when a causal relationship can or cannot be inferred.

Recognize the importance and role of control groups in experimental research.

Identify the components required in an experimental design, including independent and dependent variables.

Understand the concept and implications of the third-variable problem in research.

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