What Could Happen If This Well Is Overpumped

question 60

Multiple Choice

What could happen if this well is overpumped?

• A) It will run out of water and become a dry well.
• B) It will yield more water over time.
• C) The water table will drop, causing sand to flow into the well.
• D) The bottom of the lens of fresh water will rise, causing the well to draw in salt water.

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Definitions:

Two-tailed Test

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Two-tail Test

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