Q142
In the La Conchita landslide (USA), what was the dominant triggering factor?
A.
Earthquake
B.
Intense rainfall
AnswerC.
Groundwater pumping
D.
Construction vibration
Answer: Option B
Solution
Answer: Option B
Solution:
The landslide was triggered by heavy rainfall, saturating the colluvium and initiating slope failure, illustrating the role of hydrology in slope stability.