Question
A coastal community has experienced the effects of ocean oil spills in the past.
How can the community best reduce the effects of an oil spill in the future?
A.
Develop a plan to safely and rapidly remove as much oil from the water as possible.
B.
Switch from ships carrying oil to underwater pipes so that another oil spill does not occur.
C.
Monitor the levels of oil in the coastal ocean water more frequently.
D.
Increase the number of people working on ships that carry oil near the coast.
How can the community best reduce the effects of an oil spill in the future?
A.
Develop a plan to safely and rapidly remove as much oil from the water as possible.
B.
Switch from ships carrying oil to underwater pipes so that another oil spill does not occur.
C.
Monitor the levels of oil in the coastal ocean water more frequently.
D.
Increase the number of people working on ships that carry oil near the coast.
Answers
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To effectively reduce the effects of an oil spill in the future, the best option would be:
**A. Develop a plan to safely and rapidly remove as much oil from the water as possible.**
This approach focuses on preparedness and response, ensuring that the community has a proactive plan in place for responding to an oil spill event. While switching transportation methods (Option B) and increasing monitoring (Option C) can have their benefits, the ability to quickly and efficiently respond to a spill when it occurs is critical for minimizing environmental damage. Increasing the workforce on ships (Option D) doesn't directly prevent oil spills or effectively address their consequences.
**A. Develop a plan to safely and rapidly remove as much oil from the water as possible.**
This approach focuses on preparedness and response, ensuring that the community has a proactive plan in place for responding to an oil spill event. While switching transportation methods (Option B) and increasing monitoring (Option C) can have their benefits, the ability to quickly and efficiently respond to a spill when it occurs is critical for minimizing environmental damage. Increasing the workforce on ships (Option D) doesn't directly prevent oil spills or effectively address their consequences.
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