Which One of the Following Is TRUE Regarding an Ecological

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following is TRUE regarding an ecological pyramid?

• A) An ecological pyramid can depict either the total amount of energy stored at each level of an ecosystem or the total biomass at each level.
• B) The population of producers depends largely on the populations of consumers below it.
• C) The amount of energy represented by tertiary consumers is greater than the amount of energy represented by primary consumers.
• D) Animals such as wolves and eagles would be located at the base of the pyramid.
• E) The amount of energy represented by producers is equivalent to the amount of energy represented by the secondary consumers.

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Definitions:

Ordering Costs

The expenses associated with the process of requisitioning, purchasing, and receiving goods and services; includes costs of paperwork, communication, and inspections.

Maintaining Inventory

Activities and strategies involved in keeping an appropriate level of stock to meet demand without incurring excessive holding costs or stockouts.

Shrinkage

The loss of inventory that can result from theft, damage, or errors in the inventory management process.

Production Order Quantity Model

A mathematical model used in operations management to determine the optimal order quantity that minimizes total inventory costs.