Which coastline will be more significantly impacted by sea level change: the Pacific Coast or the Atlantic Coast?

A) The Pacific Coast — there are more people living there
B) The Atlantic Coast — it has a gently sloping shoreline
C) The Pacific Coast — it has a steeply sloping shoreline
D) The Atlantic Coast — there are more buildings along the shoreline


Answer: B

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