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Luke is an avid hiker and loves going on the paths in the local wildlife preserve. He notices on his latest hike that there is a lot of litter lining the trails and that some of the preserve's birds seem to be using the trash to build nests. He has decided to write an email to his local government representative.   Based on this information, which of the following is likely the purpose of Luke's email?

A. To inform that the amount of litter is diminishing in the preserve

B. To inform that the birds from the wildlife preserve are now nesting outside of the preserve

C. To inform that there is litter in the wildlife preserve

D. To inform that the birds have started eating the litter along the trail

Answer Explanation:

He notices on his latest hike that there is a lot of litter lining the trails and that some of the preserve's birds seem to be using the trash to build nests therefore he wants to inform about the litter in the preserve.

Therefore, the Correct Answer is C.

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    A. Mix all the diced vegetables in a large bowl

    B. Crumble the queso fresco

    C. Purchase the ingredients needed

    D. Wash plates to serve the tacos

    Answer Explanation

    Dice the jalapenos, cilantro, onions, and tomatoes. Slice two small limes and juice them onto the mixture. Mixing the diced vegetables in a bowl is crucial but has been missed in the recipe.

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    B. Veterinarian's office, bakery, dry cleaner's, grocery store

    C. Dry cleaner's, grocery store, bakery, veterinarian's office

    D. Dry cleaner's, bakery, grocery store, veterinarian's office

    Answer Explanation

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