Factors That Affect the Final Amount of Stored Energy in an Ecosystem

question 29

Multiple Choice

Factors that affect the final amount of stored energy in an ecosystem include all of the following EXCEPT

• A) the size of the producers.
• B) the availability of mineral nutrients.
• C) how much sunlight and rainfall are available during a growing season.
• D) the temperature range.
• E) the type of decomposers.

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Definitions:

Financial Leverage

The use of borrowed funds to amplify return on investment.

Current Assets

Assets expected to be converted into cash, sold, or consumed within a year, including cash, marketable securities, receivables, and inventory.

Capital Intensity Ratio

The Capital Intensity Ratio is a financial metric that measures the amount of investment in capital assets required to generate one dollar of revenue.

Total Asset Turnover Ratio

A financial metric used to assess a company's efficiency in using its assets to generate sales or revenue.