7Scientists have found that wind usually passes over water more quickly than over land. To use these fast winds, people have created offshore wind farms, wind farms located in the middle of oceans and large lakes. The United States does not have any offshore wind farms right now, but projects are in the works in the waters off Massachusetts, Texas, Delaware, New Jersey, and Rhode Island. There also may be a wind farm on Lake Erie near Cleveland, Ohio.
Which statement best gives the reason for the creation of offshore wind farms?
A) Wind farms create unwelcome noise.
B) Wind tends to travel faster over water than over land.
C) Some people are offended by the appearance of wind farms.
D) Population density prevents the use of land for wind farms.