How Is the Merging of Continents to Form Pangaea Believed

question 65

Multiple Choice

How is the merging of continents to form Pangaea believed to have altered Earth's environments at the end of the Paleozoic era?

• A)It eliminated all multicellular eukaryotes, allowing evolution to start anew.
• B)Shallow coastal areas were drained, leading to the extinction of many marine species.
• C)It made the climate warmer and moister for terrestrial organisms in the center of the new landmass.
• D)It prompted an immediate increase in Earth's biodiversity.

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Recording Depreciation

The process of allocating the cost of a tangible asset over its useful life to reflect its decrease in value over time.

Expense Recognition Principle

An accounting principle stating that expenses should be recorded in the period in which they contribute to revenue, not necessarily when the expense is paid.

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Depreciation

The process of allocating the cost of a tangible asset over its useful life, reflecting its decrease in value over time.