Which consequence results when a meandering stream encounters a resistant geological stratum?

💡 Explanation

Stream downcutting increases because, when a resistant stratum impedes lateral erosion, the stream's vertical erosive power becomes concentrated; therefore, the stream cuts deeper rather than widening its floodplain because the rate of lateral movement is restricted.

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