How do reservoirs cause floods?

The water holding capacity is surpassed by melting of snow.

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The water holding capacity is surpassed by heavy rainfall

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The water holding capacity is surpassed by rise in sea level

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None of these

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The correct option is B The water holding capacity is surpassed by heavy rainfall
When heavy rainfall occurs, the water holding capacity of the reservoirs surpass a limit. Water is led out of them in excess. This leads to a flood.

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