What does the term 'time of concentration' refer to in hydrology?

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19 Jan 2019
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28 May 2026

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Explanation

Option D is correct because the time of concentration is defined as the time it takes for stormwater to travel from the most distant point in a drainage area to the outlet. Options A and B refer to rainfall characteristics, while option C describes runoff arrival but not specifically from the most remote point.

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