Assume a Potentially Invasive Species Is About to Be Accidentally

question 78

Multiple Choice

Assume a potentially invasive species is about to be accidentally introduced into the United States via ship ballast water.The best way to control this species is to

• A) prevent movement of the ship to its final destination.
• B) use an eradication method as soon as individuals enter the water.
• C) use an eradication method once the population is well established.
• D) pass a law to ban accidental introduction of species.
• E) prevent the introduction by treating ballast water before it is released.

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