Which of the Following Correctly Explains the Relationship Between Number

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which of the following correctly explains the relationship between number of bird species and the area of islands in the West Indies?

• A) Smaller islands support the fewest number of bird species.
• B) Larger islands support the fewest number of bird species.
• C) Intermediate sized islands support the greatest number of bird species.
• D) Intermediate sized islands support the fewest number of bird species.
• E) Island area has no affect on the number of bird species.

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