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An increase in which of the following would likely result in a decrease in the safe yield of a basin?

56. An increase in which of the following would likely result in a decrease in the safe yield of a basin?

1. Conservation practices
2. Annual precipitation
3. Evapotranspiration rates
4. Groundwater recharge

Answer

The correct answer is: C) Evapotranspiration rates

Explanation

The safe yield would decrease as evapotranspiration rates increased since there would be less water available.