The Atlantic Cod Population Off the Coast of the Northeastern

Multiple Choice

The Atlantic cod population off the coast of the northeastern United States and eastern Canada decreased dramatically during the 1900s due to overfishing. What conservation measure, presently being applied, is most likely to help this fish population recover?

A) putting a bounty on sharks and tuna in the area that would otherwise eat the cod
B) establishing marine reserves in the area that prohibit fishing until stocks recover
C) fertilizing the ocean with raw sewage to cause eutrophication, thus increasing productivity
D) encouraging selective fishing on haddock, turbot, and other species that compete with cod for food
E) spreading silt in the water to reduce UV radiation damage to sensitive cod eggs