Imagine five forest communities, each with 100 individuals distributed among four different tree species (W, X, Y, and Z). Which forest community would be most diverse?
A) 25W, 25X, 25Y, 25Z
B) 40W, 30X, 20Y, 10Z
C) 50W, 25X, 15Y, 10Z
D) 70W, 10X, 10Y, 10Z
E) 100W, 0X, 0Y, 0Z

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Forest community A, with an equal distribution of 25 individuals across all four species (W, X, Y, and Z), represents the highest diversity. Equal distribution among species maximizes diversity by ensuring no single species dominates, thus providing a variety of genetic resources and ecological roles within the community.

Imagine Five Forest Communities, Each with 100 Individuals Distributed Among