Self-Thinning

question 13

Multiple Choice

Self-thinning

• A) occurs when different tree species compete.
• B) is the increase in population size and decrease in individual size.
• C) is the decrease in population size and increase in individual size.
• D) prevents overpopulation.
• E) none of the above

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Definitions:

Market Failure

A situation where the allocation of goods and services by a free market is not efficient, often leading to a net societal welfare loss.

Capitalism

An economic system where trade, industries, and the means of production are largely or entirely privately owned and operated for profit.

Public Goods

Goods that are non-excludable and non-rivalrous, meaning they are accessible to all members of society and one person's use does not reduce availability to others.

Indivisible

A characteristic of goods or factors that cannot be divided or separated into smaller units without losing value or utility.