What Is the Term for a Top Predator That Contributes

question 18

Multiple Choice

What is the term for a top predator that contributes to the maintenance of species diversity among its animal prey?

• A)keystone species
• B)keystone mutualist
• C)landscape species
• D)primary consumer
• E)tertiary consumer

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Definitions:

Straight-Line Depreciation

A method of allocating the cost of a tangible asset over its useful life in equal annual amounts, making for a simple depreciation calculation.

Proposed Investment

A prospective asset or capital outlay under consideration for its potential to generate income or appreciate in value.

Simple Rate Of Return

A calculation that measures the percentage return on an investment or project, not accounting for the complexity of interest compounding.

Cash Operating Expenses

Expenses that a company pays out in cash during an operational period, including salaries, utilities, and rent, but excluding non-cash expenses like depreciation.