{"id":70793,"date":"2024-04-20T11:02:08","date_gmt":"2024-04-20T11:02:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/mcq\/?p=70793"},"modified":"2024-04-20T11:02:08","modified_gmt":"2024-04-20T11:02:08","slug":"dams-and-reservoirs-can-help-in","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/mcq\/dams-and-reservoirs-can-help-in\/","title":{"rendered":"Dams and reservoirs can help in:"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[amp_mcq option1=&#8221;Flood control&#8221; option2=&#8221;Drought mitigation&#8221; option3=&#8221;Irrigation&#8221; option4=&#8221;All of the above&#8221; correct=&#8221;option4&#8243;]<!--more--><\/p>\n<p>The correct answer is: <strong>d) All of the above<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Dams and reservoirs can help in flood control, drought mitigation, and irrigation.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Flood control:<\/strong> Dams and reservoirs can store water during periods of high rainfall, which can then be released slowly during periods of low rainfall to prevent flooding.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Drought mitigation:<\/strong> Dams and reservoirs can store water during periods of high rainfall, which can then be released during periods of low rainfall to help mitigate the effects of drought.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Irrigation:<\/strong> Dams and reservoirs can be used to store water for irrigation, which can help to increase crop yields.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In addition to these three main benefits, dams and reservoirs can also provide other benefits, such as hydroelectric power generation, recreation, and fish and wildlife habitat. 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