How has the average per capita world fish catch changed over the last several decades?
A) It has been climbing steadily since the 1950s.
B) After declining in the 1960s, it has increased sharply since 1970.
C) It has stayed at 1960 levels.
D) It increased steadily to about 1970, and then declined.

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The average per capita world fish catch increased steadily until about 1970, after which it began to decline due to overfishing, depletion of fish stocks, and increased awareness and regulation efforts.

How Has the Average Per Capita World Fish Catch Changed