Ocean currents are produced by
A) the frictional drag of winds.
B) the Coriolis force and water density differences.
C) land-sea breezes.
D) Both A and B are correct.

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Ocean currents are produced by the frictional drag of winds and the Coriolis force, which is caused by the rotation of the Earth, as well as by differences in water density. Therefore, both options A and B are correct. Land-sea breezes may affect local ocean currents but are not a primary factor in their production.

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