alleryWhat rights does a coastal state hold in its exclusive economic zone?
AExploring and using marine resources
BRuling the high seas freely
CBuilding ports on other coasts
DControlling all shipping routes
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Exploring and using marine resources
A coastal state has exclusive rights to explore and use marine resources in its zone.
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