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Which type of data is most critical for performing a flood routing analysis during reservoir planning?

40. Which type of data is most critical for performing a flood routing analysis during reservoir planning?

1. Soil composition data
2. Rainfall and runoff data
3. Evaporation rates
4. Temperature data

Answer

The correct answer is: B) Rainfall and runoff data

Explanation

Flood routing analysis requires accurate rainfall and runoff data to predict how floods will travel through the reservoir and downstream areas.