Which of the following is true about how waves form and break upon the shore?

A. waves break in a counterclockwise direction because of rotation of the Earth
B. waves begin to change when they reach water shallower than wave base
C. most waves form from upwelling of deep waters
D. waves get smaller as wind speed increases
E. None of these choices are correct.


Answer: B

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