Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow.
[Passage as provided in the previous question]

Which of the following predictions made by certain scientists creates a larger threat of floods in India?

According to the third paragraph of the passage: "One set of scientists has estimated that the monsoons could be shorter in duration, but far more intensive. In other words, much greater precipitation would take place in a much shorter period of time, thereby increasing the danger of floods." This matches Option C ("Heavy monsoon over a shorter period than usual").