Provisioning Services Are Those That

question 44

Multiple Choice

Provisioning services are those that

• A) support ecosystems, such as primary production, soil formation, and nutrient cycling.
• B) include climate regulation, flood control, and water purification.
• C) humans use, including lumber, fur, meat, crops, water, and fiber.
• D) provide aesthetic, spiritual, or recreational value.

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Definitions:

Net Capital Loss

This occurs when the total capital losses from investments exceed the total capital gains, which can sometimes be used to offset other types of income for tax purposes.

Ordinary Income

This refers to any income earned through work, interest, dividends, or rental income, subject to standard tax rates.

Dividend Income

Income received from owning shares in a company, paid out from the company's profits.

Charitable Contribution

Financial or material donations given to a charitable organization, often eligible for tax deductions.