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Kudzu was brought to the United States in the late 1800s from Japan to combat erosion and feed livestock. For a time, it served its purpose well. However, it began to spread and out compete native plant species.

Does not benefit mankind

Does not grow well in the United States

Is an invasive species

Is an indicator species

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Correct answer: Is an invasive species.

Explanation: The passage says kudzu spread and outcompeted native plants, which is the definition of an invasive species. The other statements contradict the passage: it was brought to help people (so it did benefit mankind) and "served its purpose" (so it does grow well in the U.S.); nothing in the passage indicates it is an indicator species.