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Vermont recognizes riparian rights, which apply to owners of property bordering:

Correct Answer

B) A flowing body of water such as a river or stream

Riparian rights are water rights for owners of property adjacent to flowing water (rivers, streams). Vermont follows the reasonable use doctrine for riparian water rights.

Answer Options
A
A public highway
B
A flowing body of water such as a river or stream
C
An underground aquifer
D
A neighboring property

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