Of the factors below, the one that most negatively affects aquatic biodiversity is ____.
A) attempts to use full-cost pricing
B) attempts to use natural pest management and the associated runoff
C) government subsidies to the fishing industry
D) the use of genetically engineered fish in aquaculture
E) restrictions on the bottom-trawling industry

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Government subsidies to the fishing industry can lead to overfishing and depletion of aquatic populations, negatively affecting aquatic biodiversity. The other options listed either have positive effects on aquatic biodiversity or have a lesser negative impact compared to government subsidies to the fishing industry.

Of the Factors Below, the One That Most Negatively Affects