According to the Small-Population Approach, What Would Be the Best

question 67

Multiple Choice

According to the small-population approach, what would be the best strategy for saving a population that is in an extinction vortex?

• A) determining the minimum viable population size by taking into account the effective population size
• B) establishing a nature reserve to protect its habitat
• C) introducing individuals from other populations to increase genetic variation
• D) determining and remedying the cause of its decline
• E) reducing the population size of its predators and competitors

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Definitions:

Parenteral Nutrition

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Bloodstream Infection

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Pneumothorax

The presence of air or gas in the pleural space that causes the lung to collapse, potentially leading to respiratory distress.

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