What is one reason why the East Coast has so many bays and islands?

A. Water released from melting glaciers raised sea level.
B. The land has been downdropped by recent faulting.
C. The land has been uplifted by recent faulting.
D. A large tsunami from a meteoroid impact scoured the coastline.


Answer: A

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