A Wave Steepens and Crashes When It Enters Waters Shallower

question 52

Short Answer

A wave steepens and crashes when it enters waters shallower than its _______________.

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Definitions:

Backtracking

A problem-solving technique that involves keeping track of where in the solving process assumptions are made so that they may be changed later.

Logic Problem

A puzzle or question that requires reasoning and critical thinking skills to solve.

Provisional Assumptions

Temporary hypotheses or beliefs that are accepted until further evidence can confirm or refute them.

Generate-and-test

A problem-solving and scientific discovery strategy that involves generating possible solutions and then testing them to see if they solve the problem.