If you wanted to build a structure along a river-especially one that flows through unconsolidated sediments - you should build the structure ________ to maximize its lifetime.
A) along the cutbank
B) above the point bar
C) in a delta
D) Any of these is equally safe.

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Building the structure above the point bar would be the best choice as it is the highest point in the river channel and less susceptible to erosion and sediment deposition. Building along the cutbank or in a delta would increase the risk of the structure being affected by the regularly shifting river channel and sediment deposition.

If You Wanted to Build a Structure Along a River-Especially