Even as fisheries decline, global catch rates have remained stable for two decades. Why?
a. Fishing fleets travel longer distances.
b. Fishing fleets spend more time fishing.
c. Fishing is occurring in deeper waters.
d. All of the above statements explain why global catch rates have remained stable.
Answer: D
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