Ecologists May Use Which of These Approaches to Answer Research

question 15

Multiple Choice

Ecologists may use which of these approaches to answer research questions?

• A) Mathematical models
• B) Controlled laboratory experiments
• C) Manipulative field experiments
• D) Observational data

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