Question

A student is writing a research paper on whales and is forming a research question. What is a strong research question on this topic? Select the two correct answers.(1 point) Responses When was the whaling industry finally outlawed in the United States? When was the whaling industry finally outlawed in the United States? How many types of whales are there in the world’s oceans? How many types of whales are there in the world’s oceans? What are the major threats to the world’s whale population today? What are the major threats to the world’s whale population today? Which types of whales are likely to become extinct in the next century? Which types of whales are likely to become extinct in the next century? Why are whales important to the creation myths of so many cultures?

Answer 1

The two strongest research questions from the provided options are:

1. **What are the major threats to the world’s whale population today?**
2. **Which types of whales are likely to become extinct in the next century?**

These questions are strong because they address current issues and their implications for whale populations, which can lead to comprehensive research and discussion on conservation efforts and ecological impacts.