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Factors Affecting Shape of Hydrograph

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If a storm moves from the farthest point in a catchment to the catchment outlet then

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Peak of the hydrograph will be late

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Peak of the hydrograph will be early

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Peak of the hydrograph will be early and base time will be high

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Peak of the hydrograph will be late and base time will be less

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The correct option is B Peak of the hydrograph will be early
Peak will be early and base time be less.

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