To prevent the collapse of a specific marine fishery due to overfishing, a government introduces a "quota system." What does this mean?

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A Ban all commercial fishing vessels from entering the ocean indefinitely.
B Set a legally enforceable limit on the maximum weight of fish that can be caught.
C Change the legal mesh size of the nets to ensure no small fish escape.
D Increase financial subsidies to help fishermen buy bigger boats.

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Answer: B. Set a legally enforceable limit on the maximum weight of fish that can be caught.

Answer Explanation: B. A quota system establishes a Total Allowable Catch (TAC). By legally limiting the quantity of fish harvested, it ensures enough breeding adults remain to sustain the population for future generations.

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To prevent the collapse of a specific marine fishery due to overfishing, a government introduces a "quota system." What does this mean?

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