Which of the Following Statements Regarding Extinction Is the Most

question 6

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding extinction is the most accurate?

• A) A large percentage of species are immune from extinction; however, rates of extinction may increase with continued human impacts.
• B) Extinctions occur only periodically, separated by long time spans with no extinctions.
• C) Extinction is occurring at a similar rate now as compared to historical fossil evidence.
• D) The small-population approach is inferior to the declining-population approach if the goal is to conserve the maximum number of species in a given region.

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Definitions:

Obsessive Relational Intrusion

Unwanted and invasive behaviors by one individual towards another in attempts to establish or restore intimacy.

Non-Threatening Invasion

An approach or action that enters someone's personal space in a manner perceived as safe or non-intimidating.

Acquaintance

A person one knows slightly, but who is not a close friend.

Bald-Faced Lie

An obvious lie that is told without any attempt to conceal the untruth.