AP Environmental Sciencemediummcq1 pt
Which is an example of overexploitation?
A.Harvesting fish faster than they reproduce
B.Building a wildlife corridor
C.Planting native trees
D.Reducing water use
Explanation
Core Concept
The 'O' in HIPPCO: taking more than populations can replace — fisheries collapse and elephants were poached nearly to extinction this way.
Correct Answer
AHarvesting fish faster than they reproduce
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