Which of the following statements is false? a. once an invasive species is well-
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Question
Which of the following statements is false?
a. once an invasive species is well-established, it’s virtually impossible to eradicate it
b. most U.S. states prohibit the importation of animal species likely to become invasive
if they escape into the wild
c. few new plant varieties are evaluated for their potential to become invasive prior to
importation into the U.S.
d. Internet sales and pet fairs make it difficult to control the trade in exotic species
e. species listed as “endangered” are banned from international trade
Explanation / Answer
Answer
Invasive species is a plant, fungus or animal species that is not a native to a specific loacation. U.S state congress is working its way to propose a law which prevents the damage caused by non-native species. It will be done by preventing these animals from being bred as well as from being sold.
Therefore, the corrct answer is option (b), which is a false statement.
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