Which of the following equations for stream discharge is correct?
A)discharge = length × velocity
B)discharge = depth × velocity
C)discharge = width × depth × velocity
D)discharge = volume × velocity × distance

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Discharge in a stream or river is calculated as the product of the cross-sectional area (width × depth) and the velocity of the water flow. Therefore, the correct equation is discharge = width × depth × velocity.

Which of the Following Equations for Stream Discharge Is Correct