The Most Compelling Issue That Is Causing Loss of Grasslands

question 79

Multiple Choice

The most compelling issue that is causing loss of grasslands in the Western United States is

• A) destructive range fires
• B) harvesting grasses for hay for domestic animals
• C) conversion to cropland
• D) Overgrazing
• E) intrusion of forests into grassland areas

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