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Biology Biodiversity and Conservation NCERT Single Correct MCQ
Published on: August 13, 2026

Which of the given statements about the species area relationships is incorrect?

A
The steeper slope for mammals reflects increased species richness with increased area.
B
The steeper slope for mammals reflects reduced species richness with increased area.
C
The steeper slope for mammals reflects increased species richness in a smaller area.
D
The steeper slope for mammals reflects species richness is not affected by area.

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B

A steeper slope means more species with increasing area, not reduced species richness.

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