Which Strategy Often Improves the Accuracy of Estimates of Population

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which strategy often improves the accuracy of estimates of population size based on area-based counts?

• A) Using as many quadrats as possible
• B) Using population modeling to improve the accuracy of counts within a quadrat
• C) Placing quadrats at the most populous locations throughout the study area
• D) Using as short of line transect as possible

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