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WGU Integrated Physical Sciences (MTC1) Exam - Topic 2 Question 10 Discussion

A heavy rain produces runoff.Which reservoir does the water become a part of during this runoff process?
D) Surface water
A) Ground water
B) Glaciers
C) Atmosphere

WGU Integrated Physical Sciences (MTC1) Exam - Topic 2 Question 10 Discussion

Actual exam question for WGU's WGU Integrated Physical Sciences (MTC1) exam
Question #: 10
Topic #: 2
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A heavy rain produces runoff.

Which reservoir does the water become a part of during this runoff process?

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When heavy rain occurs, the water that does not infiltrate into the ground or evaporate runs off over the land surface. This runoff water collects in rivers, lakes, and streams, becoming part of the surface water reservoir. Surface water is the body of water above ground, including rivers, lakes, reservoirs, and oceans, which is replenished by precipitation and runoff.


Integrated Physical Sciences documents on the water cycle and hydrology.

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by Goldie at May 06, 2026, 10:36 PM

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Daniel
9 hours ago
I’m a bit confused about this one. Couldn’t some of the runoff eventually seep into groundwater too?
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Alexis
6 days ago
I remember practicing a question like this, and I think surface water was the right answer. It makes sense since runoff usually flows into rivers and lakes.
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Lamonica
11 days ago
I think the water from runoff mainly goes into surface water, but I'm not entirely sure if it could also affect groundwater.
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Misty
16 days ago
I practiced a similar question, and I chose surface water too. It just makes sense since that's where the water flows into.
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Sol
2 months ago
I’m a bit confused; could runoff also affect groundwater? I feel like I read something about that.
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Lashaunda
2 months ago
I remember studying the water cycle, and runoff definitely contributes to surface water bodies like rivers and lakes.
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Justine
2 months ago
I think the water from runoff mainly goes into surface water, but I'm not completely sure.
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