The Convention on Biological Diversity finds that about 40 percent of the world's economy and 80 percent of the needs of the poor depend on biological resources, that is, biodiversity.This suggests that
A) biodiversity is mostly important for the poor; those with sufficient money do not need it.
B) biodiversity and its services are important only in certain parts of the world.
C) biodiversity is vital to all people, but its loss is mostly the fault of the poor.
D) biodiversity is vital to all people, and a loss in biodiversity would likely affect everyone.
E) loss of biodiversity might cause loss of aesthetic benefits, but surviving species could make up economic losses.

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The statement suggests that biodiversity is vital to all people, and its loss would likely affect everyone. It also highlights the significant role biodiversity plays in the world's economy and its importance in meeting the needs of the poor. This implies that losing biodiversity could have a widespread and negative impact on both people and the environment.

The Convention on Biological Diversity Finds That About 40 Percent