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Regarding Alternative Test C, the similarity index between the lifeform species density values for the <br />prescribed lifeforms for 2012 BRB -5 and the Mean Species density (Area- weighted) in the two reference <br />areas is 76.2 percent (Table H -7), exceeding 90 percent of the standard (0.9 x 70% = 63 %). <br />Hence Alternative Test C is passed. <br />Regards Alternative Test D, the total number of native species encountered in the eleven 100 sq.m. (2 m <br />x 50 m) samples of 2012 BRB -5 was 56, greater than the weighted reference area average species <br />density (28.5 species per 100 sq.m.). <br />Hence Alternative Test D is passed. <br />In summary, Mandatory Test A was passed as were Alternative Tests C and D and hence the species <br />diversity test as a whole is passed for 2012 BRB -5 under Phase III criteria. <br />31 <br />