Which of the following is probably NOT important in assessing an area's potential for slope failure?

A. recent changes in slope
B. whether the material is loose sediment or solid bedrock
C. the orientation of layering and fractures
D. comparing the geologic setting to adjacent areas that have or have not failed
E. All of these are important.


Answer: E

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