What Is the Covariance of Security a to the Market $$\begin{array} { c c c } \text { Year } & \text { R(a) } & R ( m ) \\1 & 20.00 & 17.00 \\2 & - 30.00 & - 7.00 \\3 & 36.00 & 20.00\end{array}$$

question 16

Multiple Choice

What is the covariance of Security A to the market given the following information?
$$\begin{array} { c c c } \text { Year } & \text { R(a) } & R ( m ) \\1 & 20.00 & 17.00 \\2 & - 30.00 & - 7.00 \\3 & 36.00 & 20.00\end{array}$$

• A)505.0
• B)514.1
• C)517.5
• D)523.5
• E)540.6

Comprehend trophic relationships and their effects on community structure.

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Explain the concept of trophic cascades and their ecological consequences.

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