Which of the following is unlikely to cause deposition of sediment along a stream?
A) a decrease in gradient
B) a decrease in water velocity
C) a drop in sea level
D) none of these

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A drop in sea level would not directly cause deposition of sediment along a stream; instead, it might lead to increased erosion or changes in sediment distribution patterns along the coast. Decreases in gradient and water velocity typically promote sediment deposition.

Which of the Following Is Unlikely to Cause Deposition of Sediment