Which of the following sites is most likely to be flooded if all other factors are held constant?
A) a site that is higher but closer to the river than a site that is lower but farther from the river
B) a site next to the river where the main channel is wider and deeper than other segments of the river
C) a site on the floodplain instead of a site on an older terrace
D) All of these are correct.
C) a site on the floodplain instead of a site on an older terrace
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