Question

which of the following best explains why overfishing is considered a bad practice? a. overfishing is not sustainable and ultimately depletes a fishery. b. overfishing is a more expensive fishing practice. c. overfishing results in species becoming overpopulated. d. overfishing prevents the formation of protected habitats. please select the best answer from the choices provided

Explanation:

Overfishing involves catching fish at a rate faster than they can reproduce, leading to depletion of fish populations and fishery resources. It undermines the long - term viability of fishing as an industry and has ecological consequences. Option b is incorrect as cost is not the main reason it's considered bad. Option c is wrong because overfishing reduces populations, not increases them. Option d is incorrect as overfishing is not related to preventing protected habitats formation.

Answer:

A. Overfishing is not sustainable and ultimately depletes a fishery.