Which one of the following statements is true concerning natural levees?
A)depositional features formed at times of low discharge
B)mostly fine sand and silt that build up during floods
C)erosional features left behind when meander cutoff occurs
D)form the high, steep banks of a downcutting stream

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Natural levees are depositional features that form during floods. They are mostly composed of fine sand and silt that are deposited along the banks of a river when it overflows its banks. This deposition over time builds up a raised embankment or levee, which acts as a barrier to future floods. Therefore, statement B is correct. The other statements are incorrect.

Which One of the Following Statements Is True Concerning Natural