Question

Examine the data for goldfish size in different aquariums grown with varying numbers of other goldfish. Which statement is supported by the data?%0D%0A%0D%0ANumber of goldfish%09Average mass of each goldfish (grams)%0D%0A1%09350%0D%0A5%09300%0D%0A20%09200%0D%0A50%09100%0D%0A %0D%0A%0D%0A(1 point)%0D%0AResponses%0D%0A%0D%0ALack of competition with other fish is an environmental factor and increases how large goldfish can grow.%0D%0ALack of competition with other fish is an environmental factor and increases how large goldfish can grow.%0D%0A%0D%0ALack of competition with other fish changes the genetics of the goldfish and increases how large goldfish can grow.%0D%0ALack of competition with other fish changes the genetics of the goldfish and increases how large goldfish can grow.%0D%0A%0D%0AAn increase in the number of fish in the aquarium increases the size of the average goldfish.%0D%0AAn increase in the number of fish in the aquarium increases the size of the average goldfish.%0D%0A%0D%0AA decrease in the number of fish in the aquarium decreases the size of the average goldfish.

Answer 1

The statement supported by the data is:

An increase in the number of fish in the aquarium increases the size of the average goldfish.