Question: A river flows through a region with a soil retention capacity of 20% of its volume. If the river has a volume of 1000 m³, how much water can be retained by the soil? (2023)
Options:
Correct Answer: 200 m³
Exam Year: 2023
Solution:
Water retained = 20% of 1000 m³ = 0.2 × 1000 m³ = 200 m³.