Some recent changes in an area were recorded.

- decreasing runoff
- increasing temperature
- decreasing precipitation

Which of the following is most likely a result of the changes in the area?

A. rivers flooding
B. sea ice forming
C. permafrost thawing
D. sea levels increasing

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To determine the most likely result of the changes in the area, we need to analyze the information provided. The three changes mentioned are decreasing runoff, increasing temperature, and decreasing precipitation. Let's examine each option to see which one aligns with these changes.

A. Rivers flooding: If there is a decrease in runoff and a decrease in precipitation, it is highly unlikely that rivers would experience flooding. Flooding usually occurs when there is an excess amount of water that cannot be contained within the river banks.

B. Sea ice forming: The mentioned changes do not directly relate to the formation of sea ice. Sea ice typically forms when temperatures drop significantly and water freezes.

C. Permafrost thawing: Permafrost refers to permanently frozen ground. With the increasing temperature mentioned in the changes, it is more likely that permafrost would thaw rather than freeze.

D. Sea levels increasing: The combination of decreasing runoff, increasing temperature, and decreasing precipitation is more likely to result in a decrease of water flow into the seas and oceans. This decrease would lead to a lower rate of sea level rise, rather than an increase.

Therefore, based on the changes recorded, the most likely result would be C. permafrost thawing. The increasing temperature is likely to cause the frozen ground (permafrost) to thaw and potentially destabilize the surrounding landscape.

- decreasing precipitation = NOT A

- increasing temperature = NOT B
- decreasing runoff = NOT D
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