If Predation Pressure Is Very High, We Can Expect That

question 54

Multiple Choice

If predation pressure is very high, we can expect that natural selection favors animals with ________ life histories.

• A) long
• B) slow
• C) intermediate
• D) fast

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Definitions:

Welfare Loss

Economic inefficiency resulting from a deviation from an optimal allocation of goods and services, often due to externalities or market power.

Net Social Gain

The overall benefit to society from an economic transaction, after subtracting costs.

Barriers To Entry

Factors that make it difficult for new competitors to enter a market.

Net Social Cost

The total monetary cost of the negative externalities produced by an activity or production, minus any benefits.