Which of the Following Species Is Most Likely to Exhibit

question 54

Multiple Choice

Which of the following species is most likely to exhibit uniform dispersion?

• A) red squirrels, who actively defend territories
• B) cattails, which grow primarily at edges of lakes and streams
• C) dwarf mistletoes, which parasitize particular species of forest tree
• D) lake trout, which seek out cold, deep water high in dissolved oxygen

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Definitions:

Laziness

A lack of willingness to act or exert effort, often resulting in inactivity or avoidance of work.

Thrifty Metabolism

A theory suggesting some individuals' bodies are more efficient at storing fat and using energy, historically advantageous but now possibly linked to obesity.

Food Shortages

Situations where the supply of food is insufficient to meet the demand, often resulting in hunger, malnutrition, and social unrest.

Set-Point

A theory suggesting that the body naturally maintains a certain weight by regulating feelings of hunger and metabolism.