Forestry and Resource Management

Multiple Choice

Final Exam Review:

Which of the following is the primary difference between a theory and a hypothesis?

• A theory is broader than a hypothesis, dealing with a wider range of situations and observations

• A theory is tested, a hypothesis is not

• A theory is not tested, a hypothesis is

• A theory deals only with the natural world, a hypothesis does not

Multiple Choice

The National Forest Management Act

• requires plans for national forests that follow multiple use and maximum sustainable yield guidelines.

• requires plans for national forests that follow multiple use and ecosystem-based management guidelines.

• encourages prescribed burning as a means of protecting national forests.

• promotes the removal of small trees and underbrush by timber companies.

Multiple Choice

Smokey the Bear's message resulted in

• an increased number of forest fires.

• an increase in biodiversity.

• suppression of all forest fires.

• a loss of lives.

Multiple Choice

If a wood product is certified by the Forest Stewardship Council, it was produced

• using sustainable methods.

• from trees grown on a plantation.

• from recycled materials.

• because consumers demanded it.