What would happen if the amount of ice in this area increases?





A) The land near the ice would rise.

B) The area near the ice would experience isostatic rebound.

C) The weight of the ice depresses the land, possibly causing the river to change direction.

D) None of these are correct.


C) The weight of the ice depresses the land, possibly causing the river to change direction.

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