Which of the following is/are true?

A. Clay minerals make for very stable slopes because they bake and harden in the sun.
B. Natural slopes, once formed, remain stable unless disturbed by human activities.
C. An unstable slope can be stabilized by removing material to reduce the slope angle.
D. All of the choices are correct.


Answer: C

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