Why Did the Elimination of Wolves from Yellowstone National Park

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Multiple Choice

Why did the elimination of wolves from Yellowstone National Park lead to a large reduction in the size of the aspen population?

• A) Wolves and aspen are in a mutualistic relationship.
• B) The absence of wolves led to large populations of elk,which consume the aspen.
• C) The absence of wolves led to small populations of elk,and elk and aspen are in a mutualistic relationship.
• D) The absence of wolves led to large populations of beavers,which consume the aspen.
• E) Wolves and aspen are in a consumer-resource relationship.

Recognize the process of cognitive development and the revision of beliefs, highlighting accommodation.

Identify and explain core cognitive concepts including schemas, assimilation, conservation, and object permanence.

Comprehend the progression and limitations of memory development in early childhood.

Grasp the significance of pretense play and its role in cognitive and social development.

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