Most marine protected areas ________________.
A) are in the open oceans
B) are along the coastlines of developed nations
C) have been established without the consent of the United States
D) prohibit the installation if oil pipelines and fiber-optic cable lines within them
E) ban fishing and extractive activities

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Most marine protected areas are indeed located along the coastlines of developed nations, reflecting perhaps both a greater awareness and capacity for marine conservation in these regions, as well as the proximity to areas that are valued for biodiversity, recreation, and protection from overfishing and pollution.

Most Marine Protected Areas ________________