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jace

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Which one of the following best illustrates consumptive use of a resource?
 
  A) A farmer raises 1,000 acres of soybeans in Illinois.
  B) A fishing vessel hauls in 100 tons of tuna for sale on the open market.
  C) A farmer in Indiana shoots a wild turkey for his Thanksgiving dinner.
  D) A shrimp farm in Thailand raises shrimp to sell in China.

Question 2

Considerable efforts have been underway to save the California condor from extinction. This effort is an example of
 
  A) productive use and asset management.
  B) a non-renewable resource.
  C) preservation.
  D) conservation.



aham8f

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Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

C



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