Question

directions: click on the two correct answers. with which statements would the author most likely agree? a sea otters should increase population sizes without human intervention. b sea otters should develop the ability to adapt to a changing environment. c declining population among sea otters will have little negative effect on other ocean species. d cleaning up contaminants in the ocean will improve the health of otters and other ocean species. e partnerships between animals and the environment are critically important.

Explanation:

Sea - otters are a keystone species in the ocean ecosystem. Their population decline can have a cascading negative effect on other ocean species. Also, partnerships between animals and the environment are crucial for the overall health of the ecosystem. These two ideas are generally well - accepted in ecological studies. Cleaning up contaminants helps the health of otters and other species, but this is more about human - initiated action rather than a natural dynamic. The idea of sea otters increasing population without human intervention is not very likely considering current threats, and the ability to adapt without external factors changing is limited.

Answer:

C. other ocean species.
E. Partnerships between animals and the environment are critically important.