Multiple choice

Which one of the following statement is correct? When contours are placed very close to each other in a river valley, they represent a

  1. waterfall

  2. rapid

  3. convex lens

  4. conclave slope
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Explanation

Contours placed very close to each other in a river valley indicate a sudden drop in elevation, which typically represents a waterfall or steep cliff. Widely spaced contours represent a gentler slope.

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