Question

assessment 4 - agencies and laws
the north american model of wildlife conservation
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mark each of the following statements as true or false.
true false
national marine fisheries service was established in 1871.
the endangered species act seeks to enhance extinction among species which are at risk.
the lacey act prohibits market hunting.

Explanation:

1. The National Marine Fisheries Service was established in 1871 as the U.S. Commission of Fish and Fisheries, so this statement is accurate.
2. The Endangered Species Act aims to prevent extinction (not enhance it) for at-risk species, making this statement false.
3. The Lacey Act of 1900 prohibits market hunting and trafficking of protected wildlife, so this statement is true.

Answer:

1. National Marine Fisheries Service was established in 1871: True
2. The Endangered Species Act seeks to enhance extinction among species which are at risk: False
3. The Lacey Act prohibits market hunting: True