Which of the following will tend to REDUCE the size of a river flood? A) High amount of precipitation in a drainage basin B) High rate at which the precipitation soaks into the ground C) Fast rate at which the runoff moves towards the river D) High amount of moisture in the soil (water-saturated soil)

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When precipitation soaks quickly into the ground, there is less runoff into the rivers, reducing the size of a river flood. A high amount of precipitation in the drainage basin, a fast rate at which the runoff moves towards the river, and high moisture in the soil (water-saturated soil) can all contribute to an increase in river flood size.

Which of the Following Will Tend to REDUCE the Size