How Does Water Contribute to Mass Wasting

question 35

Multiple Choice

How does water contribute to mass wasting?

• A)The addition of water increases the angle of repose.
• B)Water adds weight which helps stabilize the slope.
• C)Water adds weight and reduces friction.
• D)The removal of water will increase cohesiveness.
• E)The addition of water increases to the shear strength.

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