Perhaps the Biggest Problem Associated with the Endangered Species Act

question 14

Multiple Choice

Perhaps the biggest problem associated with the Endangered Species Act as it currently stands is that it

• A) tends to protect a limited number of organisms.
• B) often under-represents mammals and insects.
• C) protects animals whose populations are increasing.
• D) currently protects ecosystem diversity.
• E) has not been amended since its passage in 1962.

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