Refer to the Graph

question 28

Multiple Choice

Refer to the graph. Ocean fisheries began collapsing in the twentieth century because of increased demand and better technologies.According to the graph, what is the best conclusion that can be drawn about the status of these fisheries between 1950 and 2010?

• A) The status improved gradually during these years.
• B) The status declined gradually during these years.
• C) The status improved more rapidly after about 1982.
• D) The status declined more rapidly after about 1982.
• E) The status varied so much that there is no clear trend.

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