Question 7
Rivers and River LandformsWhich statements describe characteristics of the upper course of a river?
i. Steep gradient
ii. Dominance of vertical erosion
iii. Presence of wide floodplains
iv. Formation of V-shaped valley
- A.i & iii only
- B.i, ii & iv
- C.ii & iii only
- D.i, ii, iii & iv
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: B (i, ii & iv)
Explanation
In the upper course the gradient is steep and vertical erosion cuts V-shaped valleys; wide floodplains belong to the lower course.