As a Region, the South Leads the Nation in Executions

question 24

Multiple Choice

As a region, the South leads the nation in executions. What region comes second?

• A) West
• B) Midwest
• C) Northeast
• D) Middle Atlantic

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Definitions:

R-Selected Species

Species characterized by high reproductive rates, short lifespans, and a focus on quantity of offspring rather than quality.

Lifespan

The maximum duration of life for an individual of a species.

Scramble Competition

A form of competition where resources are shared equally among competitors, leading to reduced growth and reproduction for all.

Type I

Often referred to in the context of Type I diabetes or Type I error in statistics, representing a specific condition or outcome based on the context.