Which of the Following Is True of Beach Nourishment as a Solution

question 52

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of beach nourishment as a solution to coastal erosion?

• A) It is a permanent solution that will protect an erosional beach.
• B) The flux of sediment from beach nourishment will change a beach from erosional to accretionary.
• C) It is a temporary,but inexpensive,solution to coastal erosion.
• D) It is costly and only provides a temporary solution to coastal erosion.

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