Question

1. according to the usda, what percentage of honeybee hives are lost each year?

a. 10-20%
b. 30-40%
c. 50-60%
d. 100%

Explanation:

The USDA (United States Department of Agriculture) reports on honeybee hive losses. From scientific and agricultural research, the typical annual loss of honeybee hives is in the range of 30 - 40%. Option a (10 - 20%) is too low, option c (50 - 60%) is too high, and option d (100%) is impossible as that would mean all hives are lost yearly.

Answer:

b. 30 - 40%