Question

based on the places where scotch broom grows, which statement correctly summarizes the pattern that the growth of this invasive species demonstrates?

a. because scotch broom grows more poorly in challenging conditions than native species do, it is not able to outcompete native species.

b. because scotch broom grows better in challenging conditions than native species do, it is not able to outcompete native species.

c. because scotch broom grows more poorly in challenging conditions than native species do, it is able to outcompete native species.

d. because scotch broom grows better in challenging conditions than native species do, it is able to outcompete native species.

Explanation:

Invasive species like Scotch broom often outcompete natives by thriving in harsh conditions. Option D states it grows better in challenging conditions, enabling it to outcompete, which matches invasive species' behavior. A and C say it grows poorly (wrong), B says growing better but can't outcompete (contradicts).

Answer:

D. Because Scotch broom grows better in challenging conditions than native species do, it is able to outcompete native species.