What Percentage of the World's Tropical Forests Have Been Cut

question 53

Multiple Choice

What percentage of the world's tropical forests have been cut down for cropland, fuel wood, grazing land and timber?

• A) 20%
• B) 30%
• C) 40%
• D) 50%
• E) 60%

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