(04.04 MC)Zebra mussels were first discovered in North America in the Great Lakes in 1988. This invasive species eats phytoplankton and other microscopic organisms in fresh water. What would be the most likely effect if zebra mussels are introduced into a local fresh water lake?

(05.02 MC)Coral snakes are brightly colored, highly venomous snakes with red, yellow, and black bands along their bodies. Another species of snake, called the scarlet king snake, has similar bands of red, black, and yellow. Which of the following describes the conditions that resulted in a large population of king snakes with these types of markings?

(05.02 MC)Which of the following is the best example of gene flow?

(05.03 LC)A team of scientists is conducting research to determine if two hominid species coexisted. Why it is important for the team to have their work reviewed by other scientists?

(04.04 HC)Scientific research shows that our global climate is changing. Arctic sea ice is decreasing in both area and thickness. Which of the following best predicts an outcome of this global climate change in an arctic ecosystem?

________________________ is a general education objective in art appreciation that assess the students ability to analyze problems by separating fact from opinions, using evidence from diverse sources effectively, and using sound reasoning to specify multiple solutions and their consequences. 

  (05.03 MC)Skulls of (1) Modern gorilla, (2) Australopithecus afarensis, (3) Homo erectus, (4) Homo neanderthalensis, (5) Modern humanWhich of the following can be inferred from the differences between the skulls of Australopithecus afarensis and Homo neaderthalensis?

A healthy child whose birthdate is 2-5-19 comes for a kindergarten exam on 2-20-24.  Her healthcare and immunizations have been somewhat sporadic in the past due to insurance issues; however, she did receive the immunizations listed below without any reactions. Mom declines Hepatitis A vaccine at this time because it is not required and they have no travel plans to high risk areas. Answer the next two (2) questions based on this case. DTaP IPV MMR Varivax Hib HepB Influenza  5-7-19 5-7-19 7-10-20 7-10-20 5-7-19 5-7-19 10-13-21 7-10-19 7-10-19 7-10-19 7-10-19 12-7-22 10-10-19 10-10-19 10-10-19 7-10-20   Based on current recommendations, what immunizations should she receive today?

(06.01 MC)In the five-kingdom classification system, all prokaryotes belong to the kingdom Monera. Which of the following best explains a reason why prokaryotes were separated into different domains, Eubacteria and Archaea?

(05.02 HC)Guppies living in a stream have a variety of spot patterns, some of which provide good camouflage against the stones in the streambed and others of which make them stand out against the background, allowing potential mates to more easily see them. If a predator that hunted by sight were introduced to the stream, what would be the most likely long-term consequence for the guppy population?