The hydroelectric power generated by a dam is directly proportional to the fall height of the water. Therefore, the dam with the highest fall height would provide the most hydroelectric power.
From the given options:
A - dam D: fall height of 100 feet
B - dam A: fall height of 175 feet
C - dam C: fall height of 135 feet
D - dam B: fall height of 75 feet
Therefore, dam A with a fall height of 175 feet would provide the most hydroelectric power.
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?
A - dam D: fall height of 100 feet
B - dam A: fall height of 175 feet
C - dam C: fall height of 135 feet
D - dam B: fall height of 75 feet
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