The Louisiana Coast Has Lost, and Continues to Lose, Many

Multiple Choice

The Louisiana coast has lost, and continues to lose, many of its wetlands.Much of the loss has resulted from human activity, including building of levees and other flood control structures, carrying out oil exploration and production, and dredging canals for boat traffic.The lost wetlands provided many ecological services, including flood control, fish production, water purification, wildlife habitat, and carbon storage.What factor was most likely not considered when choices were made to replace Louisiana wetlands with human-made structures?

A) Short-term economic gains
B) The importance of oil as an energy source
C) The need for safe, easy entrance to harbors
D) The chance to bring new business interests into Louisiana
E) The economic value of ecosystem services provided by wetlands