Which of the Following Is Correct of the Longitudinal Profile

question 118

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is correct of the longitudinal profile of most rivers?

• A) It always changes at a constant rate from the headwater region to the sea.
• B) It is convex in shape.
• C) It is concave in shape.
• D) It is gentle upstream and steep downstream.

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