Looking at the Graph and Given What You Know About

question 32

Multiple Choice

Looking at the graph and given what you know about pesticide resistance, what do you think will probably happen to curve "b" in the future?

• A) It will level off
• B) It will continue to increase
• C) It will decrease
• D) It will increase a small amount, and then level off
• E) It is impossible to answer the question with the provided data

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Definitions:

Genetic Programs

The predetermined sequences of development and behavior encoded in an organism's DNA.

Arbitrary Lists

Random or unstructured collections of items or elements without a specific rationale for their order or selection.

Nominal Fallacy

The misconception that naming something explains it, without understanding the underlying causes or nature of what is being named.

Instinct Theories

Theories that propose individuals are driven to behave in certain ways due to evolutionary programmed instincts.