Regular Lawn Mowing Selects for Short-Headed Rather Than Tall-Headed Dandelions

question 43

Multiple Choice

Regular lawn mowing selects for short-headed rather than tall-headed dandelions because

• A) Tall flowers spread their seeds farther
• B) Tall flowers are cut before they can produce seeds
• C) Short flowers can reproduce
• D) Short flowers spread their seeds farther
• E) Short flowers have less competition when the lawn is mowed often

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Definitions:

Majority Rule

A decision-making principle where the preferences of more than half of the members of a group determine the decision made by that group.

Groupthink

A phenomenon in which the desire for harmony or conformity in a group results in an incorrect or deviant decision-making outcome.

Cohesive Groups

Cohesive groups are characterized by strong bonds and a sense of unity among members, often leading to higher levels of group satisfaction and effectiveness.

Group Consensus

A general agreement reached by a group as a whole, where most members support the decision even if it's not their first choice.