A stream's capacity may decrease as a result of which of the following factors?
A)decreasing the amount of solid debris without increasing stream discharge
B)decreasing the slope of the stream bed
C)increasing the discharge of the stream
D)increasing both the amount of debris and the stream discharge

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Decreasing the slope of the stream bed can reduce a stream's capacity by slowing down its flow, which in turn decreases its ability to carry sediment.

A Stream's Capacity May Decrease as a Result of Which