Demonstrating the Occurrence of Interspecific Competition During a Field Study

question 5

Multiple Choice

Demonstrating the occurrence of interspecific competition during a field study is problematic for all of the following reasons,except

• A)it is difficult to know whether a population is at carrying capacity.
• B)competition is impossible to measure in a natural setting.
• C)scientists cannot control the environment.
• D)scientists lack full knowledge of the life history requirements of natural populations.

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Definitions:

Increased Arousal

A condition of heightened physiological and psychological activity or alertness, often as a response to stress or threat.

Avoidance

A defense mechanism or behavior aimed at evading a thought, task, or situation perceived as harmful or uncomfortable.

Sympathetic Nervous System

Part of the autonomic nervous system that activates the body's fight-or-flight response during stressful situations.

Stress Response

The body's way of reacting to a challenge or demand, often characterized by physical, mental, and emotional changes.