According to Most Conservation Biologists, the Single Greatest Threat to Global

question 27

Multiple Choice

According to most conservation biologists, the single greatest threat to global biodiversity is ________.

• A) chemical pollution of water and air
• B) stratospheric ozone depletion
• C) overexploitation of certain species
• D) alteration or destruction of the physical habitat

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Definitions:

Depreciation Rate

The percentage or method used annually to allocate the cost of a tangible asset over its useful life, reflecting its consumption, wear and tear, or obsolescence.

Salvage Value

The estimated residual value of an asset after the asset has reached the end of its useful life.

Equipment Purchase

The acquisition of physical assets like machinery, computers, or production tools for business operations, often involving capital expenditure.

Special One-Time Charge

A non-recurring expense or fee recorded in a company's financial statements, typically related to restructuring or significant adjustments.