Which of These Environmental Factor(s) Is/are the Key Determining Factor(s)

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which of these environmental factor(s) is/are the key determining factor(s) that control(s) the biotic structure of aquatic biomes?

• A) average annual air temperature and precipitation
• B) seasonal fluctuation of water temperature
• C) oxygen concentrations and nutrient levels
• D) salinity

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Definitions:

Fundamental Attribution Error

The tendency to overemphasize personality-based explanations for behaviors observed in others while underestimating the influence of situational factors.

Individualism

A cultural or philosophical outlook that emphasizes the moral worth of the individual and the importance of independence and self-reliance.

Collectivism

A cultural value that emphasizes the importance of groups and collective action over individual achievement or identity.

Actor-Observer Effect

A social psychology phenomenon where people tend to attribute their own actions to situational factors, but others' actions to their personality or character.