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A _______ is a period of time when an area or region experiences below-normal precipitation

Human populations, throughout history tend form and congregate near water sources, including the coast. In 2010, 123.3 million people, or 39 percent of population of the United States lived in counties directly on the shoreline [NOAA]. World-wide, approximately 40% of the world’s population lives within 100 km of the coast [UN ESA]. One of the consequences of climate change will be an increase in the sea level rise. Communities in low-lying coastal areas are expected to see several effects. Which of the following are the expected to see? (Note: there are 4 potential effects. The choices ‘a’ through ‘e’ below are different combinations of the effects. Choose the most correct combination.) Submergence[1] Erosion[2] Flooding[3] Salt water contamination of fresh water sources[4]

Under the theory of _____, a valid contract does not exist, but the law will impose an obligation to prevent unjust enrichment of one party.

The giver of a gift is referred to as the _____ and the recipient of a gift is referred to as the _____.

A severability provision is one that says that an illegal provision in a contract invalidates the entire contract.

A minor who wants to avoid his or her contractual obligations must do so before attaining the age of majority.

A minor who wants to avoid his or her contractual obligations must do so before attaining the age of majority.

A gift given in contemplation of death is called a _____.

The rule that states that one is not entitled to additional consideration for doing something one already is obligated to do is called _____.

The rule that states that an acceptance of an offer cannot change any of the terms of the offer is the _____.