As an Erosional Process,how Is Mass Wasting Unique Compared to Wind,water,and

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Multiple Choice

As an erosional process,how is mass wasting unique compared to wind,water,and ice?

• A)Mass wasting affects particles of all sizes whereas the others affect only smaller particles.
• B)Mass wasting does not require a transporting medium.
• C)Mass wasting affects much larger geographic areas than does wind,water,and ice.
• D)All of the above make mass wasting unique compared to wind,water,and ice.

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