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In the North Pacific Ocean, Two Groups of the Same

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In the North Pacific Ocean, two groups of the same species of killer whales (Orcinus orca) appear to be forming two different species based on what they eat. One group eats fish and the other eats mammals such as seals. Scientists can tell what they eat based on their teeth, because whales that feed on fish have significantly different wear patterns.
-Which of the following would be the least useful procedure to perform in determining whether or not this speciation has occurred?


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Supply

The total amount of a good or service available for purchase at any given price level in a market.

Producer Surplus

The difference between the amount a producer is willing to accept for a good and the actual price they receive.

Tacos

A traditional Mexican dish consisting of a folded or rolled tortilla filled with various mixtures, such as beef, cheese, vegetables, and spices.

Producer Surplus

The difference between what producers are willing to accept for a good versus what they actually receive, measured above the supply curve.

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