The Census Bureau Projects That the U

question 17

Multiple Choice

The Census Bureau projects that the U.S. population (about 325 million in 2016) is likely to rise to nearly ______ million by 2050.

• A) 100
• B) 200
• C) 300
• D) 390

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Definitions:

Prairie Voles

A species of rodents known for their monogamous behavior, often used in research to study the biology of social bonding and attachment.

Monogamous

A mating system in which an individual has only one partner during their lifetime or at any one time, creating a strong pair bond.

Selective Forces

Factors in the environment that influence the reproductive success of organisms, driving the process of natural selection and evolutionary change.

Brain Size

The physical volume or mass of the brain, often associated with cognitive abilities and intelligence across different species.