Which of the Following Experiments Would Help to Identify a Keystone

question 60

Multiple Choice

Which of the following experiments would help to identify a keystone species?

• A) Introduce more of the suspected species into the area and observe the effects on other community members.
• B) Introduce an invasive species related to the suspected species into the area and observe the effects on the suspected species.
• C) Remove the suspected species from the area and observe the effects on other community members.
• D) Introduce additional individuals of the suspected species' food source into the area and observe the effects on community members.

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Definitions:

Salivation

The secretion of saliva, often in response to the sight, smell, or taste of food, which is part of the digestive process.

Food

Any nutritious substance that humans or animals eat or drink to maintain life and growth.

Conditioned Reinforcer

A stimulus that gains its reinforcing power through its association with a primary reinforcer.

Partial Reinforcer

A type of reinforcement strategy where a reward is given only some of the time after the desired behavior is exhibited.