​Many Introduced Species Have Deleterious Effects on Communities and Ecosystems

question 6

Multiple Choice

​Many introduced species have deleterious effects on communities and ecosystems because ____.

• A) ​coevolved parasites and pathogens are absent
• B) ​the introduced species are long-lived
• C) ​predators prefer the introduced species, resulting in proliferation of native prey species
• D) ​the community from which they came lost an important predator, competitor, or parasite
• E) human beings do not know how to appreciate them​

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Definitions:

Divergent Thinking

A method or approach of thinking aimed at generating new ideas by evaluating multiple possible solutions.

Validity

The extent to which a test or instrument measures what it is supposed to measure.

Predictive

Relating to the ability to foresee or anticipate future events or outcomes based on current data or trends.

Standardization

The process of developing and implementing technical standards to ensure consistency and compatibility between processes and products.