Which of the Following Is a Prediction of the High-Productivity

question 11

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a prediction of the high-productivity hypothesis that is proposed to explain the latitudinal gradient in species diversity?

• A) Speciation rates should decline as niche differentiation occurs.
• B) Larger and older regions should have more species diversity.
• C) Speciation rates increase as niche differentiation occurs.
• D) Smaller and younger regions should have higher species diversity.

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Definitions:

Oligopoly

A market structure characterized by a small number of firms dominating the market, leading to limited competition and often strategic behavior amongst competitors.

Interdependence

A situation in which the outcome or payoff for each participant depends on the actions of others, commonly found in competitive and cooperative environments.

Market Structure

The organizational and other characteristics of a market that significantly affect the nature of competition and pricing within the market.

Product Diversity

The range of different products or services offered by a company or available in a market.