In which location would you expect to have the most landslides? For each area, assume the total amount of rain per year is identical.
A) Mountains with very light rain showers every day
B) Mountains with heavy rainstorms followed by long dry periods
C) Plains with very light rain showers every day
D) Plains with heavy rainstorms followed by long dry periods

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Mountains with heavy rainstorms followed by long dry periods are more prone to landslides because intense rainfall can quickly saturate the soil, especially on slopes, undermining their stability and leading to landslides. The long dry periods can further destabilize the soil by causing it to crack and lose cohesion, making it more susceptible to movement during heavy rains.

In Which Location Would You Expect to Have the Most