In a desert environment, in which area would surface water infiltrate into the local groundwater system most effectively?

A) Playa lakes with thick mud bottoms
B) Streams flowing across an alluvial fan
C) Streams flowing across bare bedrock
D) Steep-walled mountain streams


Answer: B

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