Which of the Following Is an Example of a Local

question 74

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of a local biogeochemical cycle?

• A) O₂ released by oak trees in a forest
• B) CO₂ absorbed by phytoplankton in the open ocean
• C) excess NO₃⁻ converted to N₂ by denitrifying soil bacteria
• D) phosphorous being absorbed from the soil by a corn plant
• E) organic carbon remains of a leaf being converted to CO₂ by a fungus

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Definitions:

Direct Materials

These are specified components that can be easily identified and measured as part of the cost of creating a product or service.

Normal Standards

Performance benchmarks or criteria that are established based on average or anticipated conditions for the purpose of budgeting and cost control.

Labour Efficiency Variance

A measure that calculates the difference between the expected labor hours to produce an output and the actual hours used.

Poor Quality Materials

Materials that do not meet the required standards or specifications, potentially leading to failures in production or the final product.