Which of the Following Statements About Extinction Is TRUE

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about extinction is TRUE?

• A) Overexploitation by hunting and fishing is the major threat to tropical animals and plants.
• B) Without human activity, all species would survive and there would be no extinctions.
• C) Endangered wild species often become extinct due to different combinations of factors.
• D) Commercial hunting and fishing are careful not to deplete animal reserves.
• E) Introduction of new exotic species helps preserve biodiversity and slow extinction.

Comprehend the role of parenting styles in adolescent development and resilience against peer pressure.

Describe the development of sexual orientation and the factors contributing to it.

Understand the influence of ethnic and cultural factors on the development of personal identity in adolescents.

Identify strategies and programs effective in reducing juvenile delinquency.

---

Definitions:

Reddened Area

A patch of skin that appears red due to inflammation, irritation, or the presence of an underlying condition.

Inconclusive

Not leading to a firm conclusion or definitive result; leaving questions unanswered.

Pursed-Lip Breathing

A breathing technique that involves breathing in through the nose and out through tightly pressed (pursed) lips to improve breath control.

Emphysema

A long-term, progressive disease of the lungs that primarily causes shortness of breath due to over-inflation of the air sacs (alveoli).