Deforestation _____________

question 3

Multiple Choice

Deforestation _____________.

• A) causes population explosions
• B) has the greatest impacts in tropical areas and arid regions
• C) is not widespread in North America
• D) prevents erosion
• E) decreases carbon dioxide in the atmosphere

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Definitions:

Marginal Revenue

The augmented income obtained by selling one more unit of a good or service.

Marginal Cost

The increase in total cost that arises from producing one additional unit of output.

Competitive Market

A market structure characterized by a large number of buyers and sellers, such that no single participant can significantly influence price.

Marginal Cost

The increase in cost that arises from producing an additional unit of output.