Which of the Following Investigations Would Shed the Most Light

question 28

Multiple Choice

Which of the following investigations would shed the most light on the future distribution of organisms in temperate regions that are faced with climate change?

• A) Remove, to the mineral soil, all of the organisms from an experimental plot, and monitor the colonization of the area over time in terms of both species diversity and abundance.
• B) Look at the climatic changes that occurred since the last ice age and how species redistributed as glaciers melted, then make predictions on future distribution in species based on past trends.
• C) Compare and contrast the flora and fauna of warm/cold/dry/wet climates to shed light on how they evolved to be suited to their present-day environment.
• D) Quantify the impact of man's activities on present-day populations of threatened and endangered species to assess the rate of extirpation and extinction.

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Definitions:

Working Capital

The difference between a company's current assets and current liabilities, indicating the liquidity available to fund its day-to-day operations.

Net Income

The total profit of a company after all expenses, taxes, and costs have been subtracted from total revenue.

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The value of goods available for sale at the end of an accounting period, calculated by adjusting the starting inventory for purchases and sales during the period.