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jenna1

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Despite the ocean's vast size, it is unlikely that is will be able to provide enough food to alleviate
  malnutrition and starvation in the world. Indicate whether the statement is true or false.



Question 2

Eight of the 11 species of large, hunted whales are considered to be commercially extinct. Indicate whether the statement is true or false.



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: T
There has been too much exploitation of fisheries already, so populations are not as healthy as they
once were. This statement is especially true as the human population grows even larger. Information
can be found in the section Biological Resources



Answer to Question 2

ANS: T
The whaling industry did not heed warning signs of whale population declines. They were more
interested in the immediate profits of whaling. Information can be found in the section Biological
Resources.




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