Refer to the Graph Below, Which Represents Island Size, Distance

question 44

Multiple Choice

Refer to the graph below, which represents island size, distance from New Guinea, and number of bird species present. Based on the diagram, which statement best summarizes the relationship of the three factors described?

• A) The most bird species are found on medium-sized islands, an intermediate distance from New Guinea.
• B) The islands farthest from New Guinea are the smallest and have the fewest bird species.
• C) The most bird species are found on the largest islands that are closest to New Guinea.
• D) The fewest bird species are found on the smallest islands, regardless of distance from New Guinea.
• E) There is no correlation among island size, distance from New Guinea, and species number.

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