Which of the following accompanies urbanization replacing farms and open areas with cities) ?

A) the discharge pattern of streams in the area does not change
B) runoff occurs more quickly and produces a higher peak flow
C) runoff becomes more spread out in time, increasing the amount of flooding
D) runoff becomes more spread out in time, reducing the amount of flooding
E) none of these

Urbanization

The process by which cities grow or expand, resulting in the conversion of rural areas into urban ones, often associated with a variety of economic, social, and environmental changes.

Peak Flow

The maximum instantaneous discharge of a stream or river at a specific location and time.

Runoff

The flow of water that occurs when excess stormwater, meltwater, or other sources flows over the Earth's surface, often leading to erosion and transporting sediments.