How Are Extinctions Related to Biodiversity

question 12

Multiple Choice

How are extinctions related to biodiversity?

• A)The more extinctions,the lower the species biodiversity.
• B)The more extinctions,the lower the habitat biodiversity.
• C)The more extinctions,the higher the genetic biodiversity.
• D)The more extinctions,the higher the species biodiversity.
• E)The more extinctions,the higher the habitat diversity.

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Definitions:

Least Cost

The process of minimizing expenses involved in producing a good or service while maintaining its quality and efficiency.

Minimum Efficient Scale

The smallest amount of production a company can achieve while still taking full advantage of economies of scale with regards to minimizing its costs.

Long-Run ATC

The average total cost of production when all inputs, including capital, are variable and the scale of production can change.

Diseconomies of Scale

The phenomenon where operational costs per unit increase as the output increases, often due to inefficiencies or management challenges.