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 on the floodplain instead of a site on an older terrace
C. a site next to the river where the main channel is wider and deeper than other segments of the river
D. All of these choices are correct.


Answer: B

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