Question

Olivia went to the beach with her friends on a sunny day when the temperatures were especially high. She got a sunburn and became dehydrated because she didn’t drink enough water. What steps should Olivia have taken to reduce the risk of overexposure to the sun? Choose the three that apply.

A. wear sunglasses and sunscreen

B. wear sandals

C. swim more

D. carry along a towel

E. wear protective clothing

F. avoid direct sunlight during the hottest part of the day

Answer 1

A. wear sunglasses and sunscreen

E. wear protective clothing

F. avoid direct sunlight during the hottest part of the day

Step-by-step explanation:

Olivia should have worn sunglasses to protect her eyes from the sun as well as sunscreen to protect her skin and prevent sunburn.

She should have also worn protective clothing to prevent sunlight hitting her skin directly.

Finally Olivia should have avoided direct sunlight during the hottest times in the day to reduce her exposure to the sun and reduce damage to her skin.