Which of the following is a condition favoring deposition of sediment?
A)An increase in water velocity
B)A decrease in gradient of the stream
C)An increase in turbulence of the water
D)An increase in the salt content of the water
E)A decrease in grain size as a clast breaks into two pieces

Question

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A decrease in gradient of the stream slows down the water flow, allowing sediment particles to settle and deposit on the stream bed.

Which of the Following Is a Condition Favoring Deposition of Sediment