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What causes a braided river pattern to develop?

A. High slope gradient

B. Constant flow velocity

C. Heavy sediment load and variable discharge

D. Wind deposition

Answer: Option C

Solution (By Examveda Team)

Braided rivers form where sediment load is high and water discharge fluctuates, leading to multiple shallow channels divided by bars.

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