Trophic Efficiency Is ________

question 31

Multiple Choice

Trophic efficiency is ________.

• A) the ratio of net secondary production to assimilation of primary production
• B) the percentage of production transferred from one trophic level to the next
• C) a measure of how nutrients are cycled from one trophic level to the next
• D) usually greater than production efficiencies
• E) about 90 percent in most ecosystems

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Definitions:

Subsidiary Ledger

A detailed ledger containing individual accounts that support figures on the general ledger, often used for accounts receivable, accounts payable, etc.

Merchandise Inventory

Goods that a company owns and intends to sell as part of its primary business operations, valued either at cost or market value on the balance sheet.

Accounts Payable

Liabilities representing money owed by a company to suppliers or creditors for goods and services received.

Merchandise Inventory

Products that a company buys for resale to customers, representing one of the key assets that contribute to the company's revenue.