Where likely sources of debris flows are a short distance upstream and the channel gradient is high, ____

a. a trip wire is more effective than an acoustic flow meter for debris flow warnings
b. sirens should not be used in debris early warning systems
c. warning time for a debris flow may be too short to allow for evacuation
d. the danger to humans from a debris flow is minimized
e. debris flows and mudflows will never be covered by flood insurance


ANSWER: c

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