Leading marine scientists suggest we need at least ____% of the world's oceans fully protected as marine reserves.

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A group of leading marine scientists suggested that at least 30% of the world's oceans should be fully protected, known as marine reserves, to mitigate the impact of climate change and biodiversity loss. However, some recent studies suggested that the necessary percentage could be higher, up to 50% or even 70%. Therefore, option A)67 seems too high, and options B)41 and E)13 seem too low. The option D)35 is close to the correct answer, but the percentage suggested by scientists is slightly lower, 33%.

Leading Marine Scientists Suggest We Need at Least ____% of the World's