"How Does the Foraging of Animals on Tree Seeds Affect

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Multiple Choice

"How does the foraging of animals on tree seeds affect the distribution and abundance of the trees? " This question

• A)would require an elaborate experimental design to answer.
• B)is difficult to answer because a large experimental area would be required.
• C)is difficult to answer because a long-term experiment would be required.
• D)is a question that a present-day ecologist would be likely to ask.
• E)A, B, C and D are correct.

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