With respect to channelization, straightening the channel ________.
A. increases the gradient of the stream bottom, making the water flow faster
B. decreases the gradient of the stream bottom, making the water flow slower
C. decreases the gradient of the stream bottom, making the water flow faster
D. increases the gradient of the stream bottom, making the water flow slower
E. None of these choices are correct.
Answer: A
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