Which Human Activity Decreases the Likelihood That Flooding Will Occur

question 60

Multiple Choice

Which human activity decreases the likelihood that flooding will occur? 

• A) channelization 
• B) draining wetlands 
• C) building on floodplains 
• D) removing water-absorbing vegetation

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