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A) Most waves are generated by earthquakes and become larger upon approaching the shore.
B) Most erosion along shorelines occurs from offshore currents.
C) Waves can erode, deposit, or simply transport sediment.
D) Tides increase and decrease the size of waves but leave sea level unchanged.
E) None of these are correct.


C) Waves can erode, deposit, or simply transport sediment.

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