Some Species Require a Large and Diverse Range

question 23

Essay

Some species require a large and diverse range.Although it may not significantly decrease the overall size of the range, how might fragmenting the range with a freeway or neighborhood lead to the extinction of the entire population, even if sufficient food is available in either region to sustain two smaller populations? Suggest a compromise that would allow the population to survive and allow for the road project or neighborhood.

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Definitions:

Equilibrium Price

The price at which the quantity of a good or service demanded by consumers equals the quantity supplied by producers, leading to a balance in the market.

Equilibrium Quantity

The quantity of goods or services supplied and demanded at the equilibrium price, where market supply equals demand.

Collusion

A secret or illegal cooperation or conspiracy, especially between parties to cheat or deceive others, commonly in the context of firms agreeing on prices or market shares.

Incentive To Cheat

The motivation or reason that drives individuals or organizations to break rules, norms, or agreements in order to gain an unfair advantage or benefit.