The Disappearance of Tropical Rain Forests Should Be a Concern

question 37

Multiple Choice

The disappearance of tropical rain forests should be a concern to us because

• A)It will accelerate global warming.
• B)The forests will likely only be replaced by less diverse grasslands in the future.
• C)Tt will greatly reduce the Earth's total biodiversity.
• D)All of these answers.
• E)None of these answers.

---

Definitions:

Permanent Disability

A long-term impairment that significantly restricts an individual's ability to engage in work or other daily activities.

Social Security

The federal Old Age, Survivors, Disability, and Health Insurance (OASDHI) program, which combines old age (retirement) insurance, survivor's insurance, disability insurance, hospital insurance (Medicare Part A), and supplementary medical insurance (Medicare Part B) for the elderly.

Defined-Benefit Plan

Pension plan that guarantees a specified level of retirement income.

Jury Duty

The civic responsibility of citizens to serve on a jury in a court of law, contributing to the judicial process by deliberating on legal cases.