Increased Interest in the Oceans' Biodiversity Is Due to

question 31

Multiple Choice

Increased interest in the oceans' biodiversity is due to

• A) lack of knowledge of the total numbers of ocean species.
• B) the variety of habitats within the oceans.
• C) the loss of species from the land portions of the planet.
• D) All of these are correct.
• E) None of these are correct; there is no increasing interest.

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Definitions:

Annual Straight-Line Depreciation

A method of calculating the depreciation of an asset, spreading its cost evenly over its useful life.

Straight-Line Depreciation Rate

A method of calculating the depreciation of an asset, where the asset's cost is evenly distributed over its useful life.

Useful Life

The estimated duration an asset is expected to be economically usable, with normal wear and tear.

Depreciation

The process of allocating the cost of a tangible asset over its useful life, representing the asset's wear and tear, deterioration, or obsolescence.