Which of the following statements concerning mudflows is not true?

A) Mudflows deposit talus slopes.
B) Mudflows may be caused by heavy rains or melting snow.
C) In hilly areas, mudflows move down the canyons and stream valleys.
D) Mudflows can move and carry very large boulders and other coarse debris.


A

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