How do slumps and translational slides differ?
A)translational slides are more damaging
B)slumps are more damaging
C)slumps are rotational, while translational slides are planar
D)slumps create debris flows, while translational slides do not

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Slumps involve rotational movement of material, while translational slides involve planar movement of material. The other options are not accurate distinctions between the two types of mass movements.

How Do Slumps and Translational Slides Differ