Based on the Results of Dobson and Meagher's Study of Bison

question 58

Multiple Choice

Based on the results of Dobson and Meagher's study of bison, which statement is false?

• A) The threshold density in the wild was a herd of 200-300 bison.
• B) The threshold density in the wild matched the estimated threshold density from the model.
• C) Herd sizes in the wild were much greater than the threshold density.
• D) The use of a vaccine successfully raised the threshold density.

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