Question

which phrase describes runoff?
underground water that flows into lakes
river water that empties into an ocean
water from streams that flows into larger rivers
water from rain and snow that travels to streams

Explanation:

Runoff refers to water from precipitation (rain and snow) that moves across the land surface and travels to streams. The first option is groundwater flow, the second is river - ocean discharge, and the third is stream - river confluence. Only the fourth option correctly describes runoff.

Answer:

water from rain and snow that travels to streams