This figure shows four numbered river terraces, with 1 being the highest and 4 being the lowest.Which is the youngest terrace?
A)1
B)2
C)3

Question

This figure shows four numbered river terraces, with 1 being the highest and 4 being the lowest.Which is the youngest terrace? 
A)1 
B)2 
C)3

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The youngest terrace would be the one closest to the river, which in this case is the lowest terrace labeled as 4. As the river erodes and cuts down into its bed, new terraces are formed at higher elevations. Therefore, terrace 1 is the oldest and terrace 4 is the youngest.

This Figure Shows Four Numbered River Terraces, with 1 Being