Which outcome occurs when extensive human development impedes sediment supply to gulf coast barrier islands?

💡 Explanation

Island migration increases because reduced sediment prevents natural replenishment after erosion. This leads to overwash and landward island movement driven by storms; therefore, islands shift inland rather than stabilizing. Reef development or lesser saltwater intrusion are unrelated.

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