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Pruning can be highly profitable or extravagantly wasteful, depending on the judgment of the supervisor of the work. The important considerations are:
Correct answer: E. All of the above
- A. Choice of species
- B. Choice of stand and site
- C. Growth rate, size and age of tree to be pruned
- D. Number and characteristics of tree to be pruned
- E. All of the above
Explanation
The profitability of pruning depends on species, stand and site quality, tree growth and age, and the number and traits of trees selected. These factors determine both the likely value of clear timber and the cost of treatment.
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