Which of the Following Is a Generally Accurate Statement About

question 50

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a generally accurate statement about the current research regarding forest fragmentation?

• A) Fragmented forests promote biodiversity because they result in the combination of forest-edge species and forest-interior species.
• B) In fragmented forests, the number of forested-adapted species tend to decline and the number of edge species tend to increase.
• C) Fragmented forests are the goal of conservation biologists who design wildlife reserves.
• D) The disturbance of timber extraction causes the species diversity to increase because of the new habitats created.

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Definitions:

Parallel Processing

Parallel processing in psychology refers to the ability of the brain to simultaneously process incoming stimuli of differing quality, a key component of most cognitive processes.

Activation-Synthesis Theory

A hypothesis on dream formation, suggesting that dreams result from the brain's attempt to make sense of neural activity that occurs during sleep.

Circadian Rhythm

The natural, inner process that directs the wake-sleep cycle and recurs roughly every 24 hours.

Unconscious Information Processing

The handling and reaction to information by the brain without conscious awareness.