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Biology Organisms and Populations Single Correct MCQ
Published on: August 21, 2026

The Abingdon tortoise in Galapagos Islands became extinct within a decade after goats were introduced on the island. This is apparently due to

A
lower intrinsic rate of goat.
B
the greater browsing efficiency of the goats.
C
limiting resource.
D
superiority of the goat.

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B

The goats competed more efficiently for vegetation and food resources, leading to the extinction of the Abingdon tortoise.

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