A Trend Toward the Decrease in the Size of Plants

question 77

Multiple Choice

A trend toward the decrease in the size of plants on the slopes of mountains as altitudes increase is an example of

• A) a cline.
• B) a bottleneck.
• C) relative fitness.
• D) genetic drift.
• E) geographic variation.

---

Definitions:

Social Support

The assistance and comfort received from friends, family, and acquaintances, providing a buffer against adverse situations.

Stress Perceptions

The individual interpretation and response to stressors, influencing how stress affects one’s health and wellbeing.

Stressor

Any event, situation, or stimulus that causes stress or anxiety.

Organizational Commitment

An individual's psychological attachment to their organization, often reflecting in their willingness to remain a member and contribute to the organization's goals.