Multiple choice

What is a common goal of a marine protected area (MPA)?

  1. To prohibit tourism in that area forever.

  2. To allow only government vessels to pass through it.

  3. Increase fish populations that can be caught in surrounding waters.

  4. To introduce new species into a marine ecosystem.
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Marine protected areas are designed to conserve biodiversity and often lead to a spillover effect, where fish populations increase and migrate to surrounding areas, benefiting local fisheries.

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