Question

select the correct answer
on a visit to a beach destination, malden comes across some local children selling coral to the tourists. what would be an appropriate response by malden?
○ a. buy the coral to help the local economy
○ b. buy the coral and then return them to the ocean to grow again
○ c. not buy the coral so as not to increase demand for these products
○ d. ask the locals where they got the coral from and go search for some himself

Explanation:

• Option A: Buying coral to help the local economy is not a good idea as it encourages the removal of coral from its natural habitat, which is harmful to the marine ecosystem.
• Option B: Buying coral and then returning it to the ocean is not practical. Once coral is removed from its natural environment, it is difficult to re - establish it properly.
• Option C: Not buying the coral is a good choice. By not purchasing, Malden is not contributing to the demand for coral products. This helps in protecting the coral reefs, which are crucial for marine biodiversity, coastal protection, and the overall health of the ocean ecosystem.
• Option D: Asking locals where they got the coral and searching for it himself would further contribute to the exploitation of coral reefs.

Answer:

C. not buy the coral so as not to increase demand for these products