Question

which of the following is a benefit for countries who have adopted the united nations convention on the law of the sea?
a. all submarine usage is restricted so countries have greater control over their exclusive economic zones.
b. small - island nations may only claim 100 nautical miles of exclusive economic zone to be equitable toward countries that have limited resources.
c. countries with larger economies may claim large territorial seas to support their expanding market.
d. countries may claim as much marine territory as their respective navies can control.
e. countries achieve a certain amount of maritime control, regardless of their military strength.

Explanation:

The United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) gives countries control over their exclusive economic zones (EEZs). Larger economies can claim large territorial - sea areas to support their expanding markets. This is a key benefit. Submarine usage is not restricted in a way that gives greater control over EEZs as described in option A. Small - island nations can claim 200 nautical miles of EEZ, not 100 as in option B. Option D is incorrect as there are limits to maritime territory claims. Option E is also incorrect as maritime control is not unlimited regardless of military strength.

Answer:

C. Countries with larger economies may claim large territorial seas to support their expanding market.