Paula's Kennels Is Located in a Small City in Nova

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Multiple Choice

Paula's Kennels is located in a small city in Nova Scotia. The company employs three pet attendants, four pet groomers, and two front office staff who book appointments and keep records. The Kennel provides a range of services for dogs and cats including boarding, grooming, and obedience training. The grooming area includes a small retail section that carries dog and cat food, pet supplies, and toys. Paula's relevant range of activity would best be measured in terms of:

• A) The number of staff she employs
• B) The number of pets she services
• C) The maximum amount of pet food she can buy each month based on the current budget
• D) The number of parking spaces available in the parking lot

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Definitions:

Adaptation

The process by which a species becomes better suited to its environment through genetic changes that promote survival and reproduction.

New Environment

A new environment refers to a different or changed habitat or setting in which an organism finds itself, potentially requiring adaptation for survival.

Evolution of Disease-Causing Organisms

The process through which pathogens, like bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites, change over time, often leading to the development of resistance to treatments.

Bacteria

Microscopic, single-celled organisms with a wide range of functionalities, from causing disease to aiding in digestion and nutrient cycling.