Compare and contrast the seismograph from this investigation with one that you saw pictured earlier in the lesson.

What evidence does the writer give to support his argument about coral reefs? a) he speaks of the activities of coral polyps. b) he describes the composition of the great barrier reef. c) he emphasizes the ways in which coral reefs are fragile. d) he points out the ways that scientists do research on the reefs.

Although china’s total economic output, measured by gross domestic product (gdp), is third largest in the world, it is considered a developing nation. what is most likely the most important factor for this designation? a. china’s government spends money on things that do not benefit human development. b. china has a large population, so its gdp per person is only modest. c. china has a strong economy but weak literacy and school attendance rates. d. china’s high rates of disease offset the country's economic gains.

Sam hated the long nights of winter! his mother called him in from playing so early: around 4: 30 pm! it is usually dark out when sam is eating supper. what letter represents the long nights where sam lives? a) a. b) b. c) c. d) d.