The Atlantic Cod Population Decreased Dramatically During the 1900s Due

question 9

Multiple Choice

The Atlantic cod population decreased dramatically during the 1900s due to overfishing. What conservation measure, presently being applied, is most likely to help this fish population recover?

• A) Fertilizing the ocean with raw sewage to cause eutrophication, thus increasing productivity
• B) Establishing marine reserves in the area that prohibit fishing until stocks recover
• C) Spreading silt in the water to reduce UV radiation damage to sensitive cod eggs
• D) Encouraging selective fishing on haddock, turbot, and other species that compete with cod for food
• E) Putting a bounty on sharks and tuna in the area that would otherwise eat the cod

Recognize the importance of environmental factors and community infrastructure in disease prevention.

Understand the historical development of public health initiatives and their impact on community health.

Analyze the role of government and non-governmental organizations in the advancement of public health.

Identify key figures and their contributions to public health and nursing.

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Definitions:

Say's Law

A principle stating that "supply creates its own demand," implying that production of goods and services will in turn generate enough demand for those goods and services.

Agricultural Production

The process and outcome of cultivating crops and livestock for human use and consumption.

Interest Rate

The percentage of a sum of money charged for its use, often expressed as an annual percentage.

Say's Law

A principle attributed to French economist Jean-Baptiste Say, suggesting that supply creates its own demand, meaning production inherently generates the demand for goods and services.