"Compared to other ground water, the rate of the Cape Cod experiment area, 0.43 meters per day, is probably faster than average." Evaluate this statement.

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The statement is evaluating the rate of Cape Cod experiment area compared to other ground water. The explanation given in option A correctly supports the statement as it mentions the Cape Cod aquifer being made of relatively porous unconsolidated gravel and sand, which makes it more permeable and allows water to flow faster compared to other aquifers. Option B is incorrect as it provides a comparison to the speed of flow in meters per second, which is a different unit of measurement than the one used in the statement (meters per day). Option C is incorrect as it suggests repeating the experiment in other areas, which may not be feasible and is not necessary to evaluate the given statement. Option D is incorrect as the statement does not provide any information about the slope of the Cape Cod aquifer.

"Compared to Other Ground Water, the Rate of the Cape