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The upstream of a river can be determined by _____.


A the direction of the mouths of the V shapes on contour lines


B which way is south from the map's compass


C examining the highest elevation on the map


D the direction of the points of the V shapes on contour lines

Verified Answer :

C - the source of a river is usually on higher ground

Manetho

Answer:

A is correct

Explanation:

option A is correct

The upstream of a river can be determined by The direction of the mouth of the V shapes on the contour lines. All the river flow downhill from a region of higher elevation to a region of lower elevation. So, the thumb rule is that V shaped contour lines indicate upstream. ( the direction opposite to the flow of river). V shaped contour lines are show streams and drainage.