This plot shows the highest flow event that occurred each year on the Yellowstone River between 1924 and the 1990s.What is the maximum size of flood that probably can occur here?
A)up to 8,000 cubic meters per second
B)more than 8,000 cubic meters per second and less than 9,000 cubic meters per second
C)anything less than 9,000 cubic meters per second
D)more than 9,000 cubic meters per second is possible

Question

This plot shows the highest flow event that occurred each year on the Yellowstone River between 1924 and the 1990s.What is the maximum size of flood that probably can occur here? 
A)up to 8,000 cubic meters per second 
B)more than 8,000 cubic meters per second and less than 9,000 cubic meters per second 
C)anything less than 9,000 cubic meters per second 
D)more than 9,000 cubic meters per second is possible

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The plot shows that there have been flood events that surpass 9,000 cubic meters per second, making it possible for a flood of that magnitude or greater to occur in the future. Therefore, the best choice is D: more than 9,000 cubic meters per second is possible.

This Plot Shows the Highest Flow Event That Occurred Each