Asked by anthony brown on May 14, 2024

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Which of the following slope failures is least likely to cause casualties?

A) rock avalanche
B) debris flow
C) creep
D) rock slide
E) rock fall

Rock Avalanche

is a rapid, massive landslide consisting of rock debris flowing down a slope.

Debris Flow

A fast-moving mass of loose mud, rocks, and water that flows down a slope, often triggered by heavy rain or rapid snowmelt.

Rock Slide

A type of mass wasting event where rocks and debris slide rapidly down a slope, often triggered by rain, earthquakes, or volcanic activity.

  • Acquire knowledge about the consequences of slope failures on human communities and structural facilities.
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Kirat HanjraMay 21, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Creep is a very slow movement of soil or rock down a slope, often imperceptible except over long periods. Due to its slow nature, it is less likely to cause casualties compared to more sudden and rapid slope failures like rock avalanches, debris flows, rock slides, and rock falls.