Of the following statements about protected areas that have been established to preserve biodiversity, which one is not correct?
A) About 25% of Earth's land area is now protected.
B) National parks are one of many types of protected areas.
C) Most protected areas are too small to protect species.
D) Management of a protected area should be coordinated with management of the land surrounding the area.
E) It is especially important to protect biodiversity hot spots.

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The statement that about 25% of Earth's land area is now protected is not correct. As of my last update, approximately 15% of the Earth's land area and about 7% of the ocean area have been designated as protected areas, not 25%.

Of the Following Statements About Protected Areas That Have Been