When Does a Water Surplus Occur

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Multiple Choice

When does a water surplus occur?

• A)It occurs when the potential evapotranspiration demand cannot be satisfied by precipitation inputs.
• B)It occurs when the additional inputs of water into a system are not enough to satisfy potential evapotranspiration.
• C)It occurs when additional water exists after potential evapotranspiration is satisfied by precipitation inputs.
• D)It occurs when potential evapotranspiration is greater than soil moisture.

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