Multiple Choice
A dam breaks and stream stage is being monitored just below the dam and several kilometers downstream.Which of the following is true?
A) The upstream hydrograph will show a lower, broader peak.
B) The flood will produce identically shaped peaks on the hydrographs at both places.
C) The downstream hydrograph will show a lower, broader peak.
D) Overall stream discharge will be unaffected; hydrographs will show no changes.
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
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