Which of the Following Correctly Describes the Effect Parasites Have

question 39

Multiple Choice

Which of the following correctly describes the effect parasites have on their host's population size and on the host itself?

• A) Parasites have a density- dependent effect, but they do not affect host death rates.
• B) Parasites have a density- dependent effect, and they usually kill their hosts.
• C) Parasites have a density- independent effect, and they usually kill their hosts.
• D) Parasites have a density- independent effect, but they do not usually kill their hosts.
• E) Parasites have a density- dependent effect, but they do not usually kill their hosts.

---

Definitions:

Standard Deviation

A statistical measure that quantifies the amount of variation or dispersion of a set of data values from the mean.

POM for Windows

POM for Windows is a software application designed to facilitate decision making in production and operations management by providing various analytical models.

Process Standard Deviation

A measure of variability or dispersion in a process or system, showing how much variation exists from the average.