Which of the following is not a typical stage in the evolution of a Basin and Range type region?

A) Water erodes the mountains and deposits sediment in the adjacent basins.
B) Sediment slowly moves downhill to the sea where it is ultimately deposited.
C) Alluvial fans and bajadas form along the mountain fronts.
D) Salt flats or playas and occasional playa lakes form.


B

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