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Refer to the Newsela article "Climate Change in Hawaii and U. S. Tropical Islands."
Part A
Based on the article, which inference can be made about coral reefs?
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O Coral reefs are largely unaffected by ocean acidification.
O A large decrease in ocean temperature would benefit coral reefs.
O Coral reefs are largely unaffected by climate change.
O The decline of coral reefs would be disastrous for fish populations.
Part B
Which evidence from the text best supports the answer in Part A?
O "Coral reefs are crucial parts of underwater ecosystems."
"Coral reefs in most climates can only handle temperatures as high as 84 degrees Fahrenheit."
"Reef ecosystems on many islands are already stressed by contol