Praxis Core Reading Practice Questions - Praxis Core Academic Skills For Educators Reading (5713) Exam

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Read the passage: Coral reefs cover less than one percent of the ocean floor, yet they shelter roughly a quarter of all marine species. These dense ecosystems provide nurseries for fish, protect coastlines from storm surges, and support the livelihoods of millions of people who depend on reef fisheries. Which detail from the passage best supports the idea that coral reefs are ecologically important despite their small size?

They cover less than one percent of the ocean floor. They shelter roughly a quarter of all marine species. They are found in warm tropical waters. They are threatened by rising ocean temperatures.

Correct Answer:

They shelter roughly a quarter of all marine species.

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