alleryHow does sailing with a surface ocean current help shipping?
AIt raises cargo capacity
BIt reduces fuel costs
CIt avoids all storms
DIt shortens tide cycles
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. It reduces fuel costs
1. Travelling with a current adds speed to the ship.
2. This reduces fuel costs.
3. It cannot avoid all storms or change tide cycles.
_Source: Wikipedia, Ocean current, Economic importance_
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