Question

select the correct text in the passage. which sentence correctly describes the effect of overfishing? overfishing is a phenomenon that occurs when people use destructive methods to fish an area. the normal breeding cycle of fish is not fast enough to replenish their population. overfishing results in algal blooms, as there are fewer fish to eat the algae. the best time to fish is during the mating season to maintain a sustainable population. overfishing is likely to become a problem in the future and has yet not affected any region of the world.

Explanation:

Overfishing means excessive fishing. When fishing is done at a rate higher than the fish can reproduce (normal breeding cycle not fast enough to replenish), it leads to population decline. The statement about algal blooms is incorrect as algal blooms are more related to nutrient - rich water (eutrophication) rather than just fewer fish. The statement about overfishing not affecting any region is wrong as many regions (e.g., parts of the North Atlantic) have been affected. And the statement about the best time to fish is a management strategy statement, not an effect of overfishing.

Answer:

The normal breeding cycle of fish is not fast enough to replenish their population.