Question

1. what are marine protected areas designed to do?

a. increase fishing zones
b. limit human activities to protect marine life
c. promote energy exploration
d. encourage development in sensitive regions

Explanation:

Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) are established to conserve marine ecosystems. Option a is incorrect as MPAs typically restrict overfishing, not increase fishing zones. Option c is wrong because energy exploration (like drilling) is often limited in MPAs. Option d is incorrect since development in sensitive marine regions is restricted, not encouraged. Option b aligns with the purpose of MPAs: limiting human activities (e.g., overfishing, pollution - causing activities) to safeguard marine life and habitats.

Answer:

b. Limit human activities to protect marine life