Which of the following is an adaption response to climate change?
a. replacing incandescent light bulbs with LED bulbs
b. increasing fuel efficiency of new automobiles
c. Pacific island nation-building higher seawalls
d. building a nuclear power plant to replace an outdated coal-burning power plant
Answer: c. Pacific island nation-building higher seawalls
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
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