Which one of the following best describes how urbanization affects small-stream watersheds?
A)Infiltration is reduced; lag time between storms and peak runoff is increased.
B)Infiltration increases slightly; lag time between storms and peak runoff decreases.
C)Infiltration decreases; lag time between storms and peak runoff is shortened.
D)Infiltration and lag time between storms and peak runoff increase.

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Urbanization typically leads to increased impervious surfaces such as pavement and buildings, which reduces infiltration and increases surface runoff. This results in a shorter lag time between storms and peak runoff as water is more quickly funneled into streams and rivers.

Which One of the Following Best Describes How Urbanization Affects