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← TechnologyWhich outcome occurs when ultrasonic sensors on autonomous underwater vehicles experience signal scattering?
A)Compromised obstacle detection capabilities✓
B)Enhanced data transfer rates achieved
C)Improved energy efficiency maintained
D)Increased accuracy of salinity measurement
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Autonomous underwater vehicles rely on acoustic backscatter from ultrasonic sensors for mapping; signal scattering reduces directional sensitivity because the sonar signal reflects off particulates creating noise, therefore, limiting effectiveness, rather than improving other vehicle functionalities.
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