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The burrowing owl is found in dry, open areas such as grasslands, prairies, savannas, deserts, farmlands, golf courses, and urban areas throughout most of western United States and Florida, Central America, and most of South America. It makes its home in burrows of other animals and primarily eats insects and small rodents. As humans build more cities, nearby burrowing owl habitats change due to destruction of burrows and loss of prey. Which is the least likely outcome of the habitat changes that are described?

A
The niche of the burrowing owl may change as it adapts to the changes.
B
The niche of the burrowing owl may change as it moves to a new habitat.
C
The population of the burrowing owl may be reduced or even become extinct.
D
The population of the burrowing owl may increase in its new surroundings.
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Consider the following data. Rates for Cheetah Population from 2011 to 2012Cause of change20112012Deaths21Births54Immigration 61Emigration83Which would have to happen to keep the population growth of cheetahs in 2013 the same the previous years?

A
4 deaths, 7 births, 2 immigration, 6 emigration
B
3 deaths, 6 births, 5 immigration, 7 emigration
C
5 deaths, 2 births, 8 immigration, 3 emigration
D
1 deaths, 5 births, 3 immigration, 7 emigration
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Which best describes how an organism’s niche is determined?

A
An organism's habitat and inherited traits determine its niche by influencing how it interacts with the environment and other organisms.
B
An organism’s reproductive rate and population size determine its niche in an ecosystem.
C
An organism's physical size and strength determine its niche by helping it dominate other species.
D
An organism's location and prey determine its nice, regardless of its behaviors or traits.
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Ground squirrels are found in many areas of the United States. They live in underground burrows and are often attacked by birds of prey, coyotes, and bobcats. Which of the following is a limiting factor for a ground squirrel population?

A
a population of tree squirrels
B
a population of hawks
C
genetic variability
D
breeding season
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Which describes a way in which phosphorus may enter into the phosphorus cycle?

A
Earthquakes release phosphorus.
B
Phosphorus is carried in the rain that was evaporated from lakes.
C
Human use of fertilizers release phosphorus into the groundwater.
D
Phosphorus is transpired from the leaves of plants.

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