Liquefaction will generally be most problematic in
A)places with Aridisols that lie along hillslopes.
B)places with Inceptisols that get about the same amount of precipitation throughout the year.
C)waterlogged,earthquake-prone locations.
D)places in which vegetation leaves behind an acidic residue.

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Liquefaction occurs when loosely packed, water-saturated sediments lose their strength during an earthquake or other sudden change in stress. Waterlogged, earthquake-prone locations are more likely to experience liquefaction because the combination of loose sediments and seismic activity creates the conditions for liquefaction to occur. Aridisols (choice A) and Inceptisols (choice B) are soil classifications that do not necessarily indicate high susceptibility to liquefaction. Vegetation residue (choice D) is also not directly related to liquefaction.

Liquefaction Will Generally Be Most Problematic in