Despite Having a Relatively Small Biomass, Populations of Grizzly Bears

question 42

Multiple Choice

Despite having a relatively small biomass, populations of grizzly bears often have strong effects on their communities. The grizzly bear is therefore an example of a

• A) foundation species.
• B) keystone species.
• C) dominant species.
• D) trophic facilitator.

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Definitions:

Contribution Margin Ratio

A financial metric that measures the proportion of revenue remaining after variable costs have been deducted, indicating how much revenue is available to cover fixed costs and generate profit.

Fixed Expenses

Costs that do not change with the level of production or sales over a short period, such as rent, salaries, and insurance.

Sales Mix

The combination of products or services that a company sells, typically influencing the company's profits and strategy.

High-margin Items

Products or services that generate a significantly higher percentage of profit relative to their sales price.