LS.Bio.5 Formative Assessment Quizizz

The graph represents the changes in deer population on an island over time. What is the approximate carrying capacity of the deer population on Walla Walla Island?

• 15

• 60

• 80

• 95

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The number of Rainbow Trout was sampled in one section of the Tuckasegee River for ten generations/seasons. Does the Rainbow Trout population in the Tuckasegee River continue to increase over time?

• The Rainbow Trout population continues to increase over time because unlimited resources are available in the Tuckasegee River.

• The Rainbow Trout population does not continue to increase over time because biotic and abiotic factors determine the carrying capacity for species.

• The Rainbow Trout population continues to increase over time because their food source is limited.

• The Rainbow Trout population does not continue to increase over time because its

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The graph represents the white-tailed deer population in a certain area of North Carolina during two different years (A and B). One reason that the population of deer is greater during Year B than during Year A could be that, during Year B, there were fewer

• resources available

• white-tail deer predators present

• decomposers adding nutrients to the soil

• white-tail deer born

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The zebra mussel is a highly invasive species that was accidentally introduced to the Great Lakes region of the United States in the 1980s. The map below shows the distribution of zebra mussels in 2010.

What is the primary reason the large-scale spread of zebra mussels concerns scientists?

• Zebra mussels are a freshwater species.

• Zebra mussels are a desired food for humans.

• Zebra mussels are eaten by some fish and birds.

• Zebra mussels outcompete native mussel species.

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A sea turtle has washed up on a remote section of a beach. This is known as “stranding”. Stranding occurs when a dead, sick or injured sea turtle washes up on the shoreline. Which statement best explains why “stranding” should be reported immediately to local authorities?

• The information can be very useful to biologists and managers who are trying to protect the species.

• The information can be very useful to protect sea turtles from predators.

• The information can be very useful to local fishermen who try to catch fish that sea turtles eat.

• The information can be very useful to tourists who may want to keep sea turtles as pets.

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Based on the data provided, which type of pesticide has the highest impact on the honey bee population in terms of mortality rate?

• Type A

• Type B

• Type C

• No pesticide

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Based on the data in the table, which pesticide is most effective in reducing the impact of human activities on honey bee biodiversity?

• The use of Type B pesticide increases bee mortality and human impact on bee biodiversity.

• The use of Type B pesticide reduces bee mortality and minimizes human impact on bee biodiversity.

• The use of Type C pesticide increases bee mortality and human impact on bee biodiversity.

• The use of Type C pesticide reduces bee mortality and minimizes human impact on bee biodiversity.

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A proposal for a new manufacturing plant has been brought to a town’s planning board. A committee presented the positive and negative effects that this new facility could have on the town and its ecosystem.

Which row of the chart most accurately states possible effects of building this manufacturing plant?

• Row 1

• Row 2

• Row 3

• Row 4

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