Graph (B) in the Accompanying Figure Shows the Normal Fluctuations

question 43

Multiple Choice

Graph (b) in the accompanying figure shows the normal fluctuations of a population of grouse. Assuming graph (a) in the figure is the result of some experimental treatment in the grouse population, what can be concluded?

• A) The experimental treatment exacerbated the population cycling.
• B) The experimental treatment did not affect population cycling in this species.
• C) The experimental treatment has most likely identified the cause of population cycling.
• D) None of the other responses is true.

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