The Best Way to Protect Coastal Communities from Destruction Would

question 35

Multiple Choice

The best way to protect coastal communities from destruction would be:

• A) beach nourishment projects.
• B) strategic retreat in the form of coastal property purchases by environmental groups.
• C) construction of massive seawalls.
• D) construction of barriers that intercept longshore currents.

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Definitions:

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