Which of the following is not accurate concerning water and mass wasting in unconsolidated (loose) materials?

A. Slopes become unstable when a small amount of water is added.
B. Slopes can be unstable if the material is too dry.
C. Slopes can be more stable if the material has some water in it.
D. Slopes become very unstable if there is too much water.
E. All of these choices are correct.


Answer: A

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