Multiple choice The four steps in the water cycle are evaporation, precipitation, collection, and groundwater. evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and collection. runoff, precipitation, wetlands, and condensation. saltwater, fresh water, condensation, and evaporation. Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself B Correct answer Explanation The primary stages of the water cycle are evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and collection (or runoff/accumulation).