A Homeowner Is Having Problems with Cockroaches

question 2

Multiple Choice

A homeowner is having problems with cockroaches. They have a pest control service spray a pesticide to kill the cockroaches. Some cockroaches survive. Which statement best explains what occurred?

• A) The population of cockroaches developed resistance to the pesticide.
• B) The individuals that survived will die within a few days.
• C) The population developed resistance due to developmental changes.
• D) The individuals that survived will likely produce offspring with a resistance to the pesticide.
• E) The cockroaches that died had a high doses response.

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Definitions:

Stomach

The stomach is a muscular organ located in the upper abdomen that plays a key role in the digestive system by secreting acid and enzymes to digest food before it moves into the small intestine.

Vomiting

The forceful expulsion of stomach contents through the mouth, which can be a symptom of various conditions or a reaction to substances.

Eating

The act of consuming food to supply the body with necessary nutrients for energy, growth, and cell repair.

Conversion Disorder

A psychological disorder where an individual experiences symptoms such as blindness or paralysis, which lack a medical explanation according to nervous system evaluations.