As Watersheds Are Developed, the Increase in ____________, Such as Pavement

question 17

Multiple Choice

As watersheds are developed, the increase in ____________, such as pavement and rooftops, causes more water from a storm to run off the land's surface into the drainage system and streams, and usually at a faster pace, than was the case before development.

• A) porous surfaces
• B) impervious surfaces
• C) mall construction
• D) all of the above

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