Abby is giving a speech on invasive species, but she isn't sure that her audience will understand what the term means. She decides that her first main point should provide a(n) ________ of invasive species so her listeners can more easily follow her other points.

A. demonstration
B. explanation
C. definition
D. description


Answer: C

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