Four rivers have the same volume of water flow over time but fall from different heights to power hydroelectric dams. Which dam would provide the most hydroelectric power?(1 point) Responses dam D: fall height of 100 feet dam D: fall height of 100 feet dam B: fall height of 75 feet dam B: fall height of 75 feet dam A: fall height of 175 feet dam A: fall height of 175 feet dam C: fall height of 135 feet

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The amount of hydroelectric power generated by a dam is primarily determined by the height from which the water falls (potential energy) as well as the flow rate (volume of water). Since all four rivers have the same volume of water flow, the dam with the highest fall will generate the most power.

In this case, comparing the fall heights:

  • Dam A: 175 feet
  • Dam C: 135 feet
  • Dam B: 75 feet
  • Dam D: 100 feet

Dam A, with a fall height of 175 feet, would provide the most hydroelectric power among the options given.