Question

2. Select the evidence that best supports this claim: It is important to prevent the introduction of even a small number of invasive organisms as shown by evidence that...

there are two types of fire ants.

as few as nine queen ants started the entire U.S. infestation.

invasive species are all fast-moving animals.

fire ants were first found in the U.S. in the 1930s.

Answer 1

The evidence that best supports the claim is "as few as nine queen ants started the entire U.S. infestation." This evidence highlights the significant impact that a small number of invasive organisms can have.