As Latitude Decreases from the Poles to the Tropics, the Number

question 8

Multiple Choice

As latitude decreases from the poles to the tropics, the number of species ________.

• A) stays the same
• B) decreases
• C) increases, then decreases near the equator
• D) increases

Evaluate the efficacy of emissions taxes and their potential consequences on pollution levels.

Understand the basic concept and purpose of emissions taxes and their role in reducing pollution.

Analyze the effect of setting emissions taxes lower or higher than the optimal level on pollution.

Recognize the adoption and implications of an emissions tax by the government.

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