The effect of urbanization on a typical stream hydrograph is to
A)create a base flow.
B)increase lag time between storm peak and peak stream discharge.
C)decrease runoff.
D)decrease lag time between storm peak and peak stream discharge.
E)eliminate all flooding downstream.

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Urbanization typically leads to increased surface runoff and reduced infiltration, which decreases the lag time between the storm peak and peak stream discharge, causing streams to respond more quickly to rainfall events.

The Effect of Urbanization on a Typical Stream Hydrograph Is