A Type I survivorship curve is the result of which of the following life history traits?

A) parents providing extended care for their young
B) large numbers of offspring being produced
C) infant mortality being much greater than adult mortality
D) death rates remaining constant over the life span
E) a short life span for most individuals


Answer: A) parents providing extended care for their young

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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a. mantle b. pedicle c. spicule d. pistil

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result.

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