This plot shows the highest flow event that occurred each year on the Yellowstone River between 1924 and the 1990's.What is the maximum size of flood that probably can occur here?
A)up to 8,000 cubic meters per second
B)more than 8,000 cubic meters per second and less than 9,000 cubic meters per second
C)anything less than 9,000 cubic meters per second
D)more than 9,000 cubic meters per second is possible

Question

This plot shows the highest flow event that occurred each year on the Yellowstone River between 1924 and the 1990's.What is the maximum size of flood that probably can occur here? 
A)up to 8,000 cubic meters per second 
B)more than 8,000 cubic meters per second and less than 9,000 cubic meters per second 
C)anything less than 9,000 cubic meters per second 
D)more than 9,000 cubic meters per second is possible

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Based on the data presented in the plot, the maximum flow recorded was approximately 9,000 cubic meters per second. However, the plot only goes up until the 1990's, and it is possible that a flood greater than 9,000 cubic meters per second could occur in the future. Therefore, option D is the best choice as it allows for the possibility of a flood greater than 9,000 cubic meters per second.

This Plot Shows the Highest Flow Event That Occurred Each