Which one of the following concerning artesian wells is not true? A) The aquifer is generally inclined, and it is saturated to an elevation above the point where the well penetrates the aquifer. B) When the well penetrates the aquifer, the water rises to the bottom of the aquitard above the aquifer. C) The well penetrates an aquifer overlain by an aquitard. D) The well penetrates an aquifer underlain by an impermeable bed.

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When the well penetrates the aquifer in an artesian well, the water rises to the level of the confined aquifer due to the pressure exerted by the water in the aquifer. It does not rise to the bottom of the aquitard above the aquifer.

Which One of the Following Concerning Artesian Wells Is not