You own 300 acres of patchy temperate forest.Which one of the following actions would increase the net primary productivity of the area the most?
A)adding fertilizer to the entire area
B)introducing 100 rabbits into the area
C)planting 500 new trees
D)relocating all of the deer found in the area

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Planting 500 new trees would increase the net primary productivity of the area the most as trees are the primary producers in temperate forests and are responsible for most of the primary productivity. Adding fertilizer may increase productivity temporarily, but it is not a sustainable solution and can lead to negative environmental impacts such as eutrophication. Introducing rabbits may lead to overgrazing and damage to vegetation, while relocating deer would have little effect on productivity as they are just one species and not the primary producers.

You Own 300 Acres of Patchy Temperate Forest