All else being equal,water will flow faster in a stream with ________ and a ________ wetted perimeter.
A) well-developed meanders; small
B) well-developed meanders; large
C) a straight channel; small
D) a straight channel; large

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Water flows faster in a stream with a straight channel because the path of flow is more direct, and a small wetted perimeter reduces friction between the water and the channel boundaries, allowing for faster flow.

All Else Being Equal,water Will Flow Faster in a Stream