Which of the Following Studies Would Lie Outside of an Ecologists

question 38

Multiple Choice

Which of the following studies would lie outside of an ecologists skill set?

• A) Studying the progression of an outbreak of HIV in sub Sahara Africa.
• B) Developing a management plan for the preservation of an endangered species.
• C) Proposal to develop a solar power field on the edge of a major urban area.
• D) Management plan to clean up a section of the Mississippi River that has become polluted due to sewage discharge.
• E) All of these are part of an ecologists skill set.

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Definitions:

Nature

All aspects of the material world such as animals, plants, landscapes, and earth's own creations, excluding human-made objects and structures.

Nurture

The process of caring for and encouraging the growth or development of someone or something, often emphasizing the environmental influences on development.

Authoritative

Pertaining to a style of parenting or leadership that is firm, fair, and nurturing, balancing demands with responsiveness.

Demanding

Requiring much time, effort, or attention, often in a way that is challenging or strenuous.