If H is the height of the wave expected, then the height of the breakwater is generally taken as
A)1.2 H to 1.25 H above the datum
B)1.2 H to 1.25 H above the low water level
C)1.2 H to 1.25 H above the high water level
D)1.2 H to 1.25 H above the mean sea level

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The height of the breakwater is generally taken as 1.2 H to 1.25 H above the high water level to ensure it can effectively break waves and protect the coast or harbor structures behind it, even during high tide conditions.

If H Is the Height of the Wave Expected, Then