Multiple Choice
The ________ authorizes the U.S. government to clean up oil spills and spills of other hazardous substances in ocean waters within 12 miles of the shore and on the continental shelf and to recover the cleanup costs from responsible parties.
A) Clean Water Act
B) Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act
C) Federal Water Pollution Control Act
D) Marine Protection, Research, and Sanctuaries Act
Correct Answer:

Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
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