Surface-level ocean currents are caused by
a. dense ocean water sinking
b. cool ocean water rising
c. warm ocean water exchanging with cool ocean water
d. prevailing winds blowing over the ocean surface
e. strong winds coming from warm coastal areas and traveling across the ocean surface
D
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