On this graph of discharge versus season for a river in the Rocky Mountains,why is the highest runoff likely to be in the spring?
A)Winter snow melts in the spring.
B)The Rocky Mountains have many tornadoes during the spring.
C)The Rocky Mountains experience hurricanes in the spring.
D)All of these are correct.

Question

On this graph of discharge versus season for a river in the Rocky Mountains,why is the highest runoff likely to be in the spring? 
A)Winter snow melts in the spring. 
B)The Rocky Mountains have many tornadoes during the spring. 
C)The Rocky Mountains experience hurricanes in the spring. 
D)All of these are correct.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The highest runoff is likely to be in the spring because winter snow melts during this season, leading to an increase in discharge for the river. Choices B and C are incorrect because tornadoes and hurricanes are not common occurrences in the Rocky Mountains region.

On This Graph of Discharge Versus Season for a River