The runoff is affected by (A) Type of precipitation (B) Rain intensity and duration of rainfall (C) Rain distribution and soil moisture deficiency (D) All the above

The runoff is affected by
(A) Type of precipitation
(B) Rain intensity and duration of rainfall
(C) Rain distribution and soil moisture deficiency
(D) All the above
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Answer: Option D
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