Use the following table to respond to the essay question.

Question

Reproduction Rates of Rhinos

Type of Rhino Reproduction Rate
Northern White Rhino very low
Javan Rhino low
Sumatran Rhino low
Greater One-Horned Rhino medium
Southern White Rhino high
The population of Javan rhinos is believed to be less than 70. In one or two sentences, use evidence from the table to make a claim about the chance of survival of the Javan rhino now and how that would change if their reproduction rate goes up.

(2 points)

Short Answer Rubric (2 points)
Points Awarded Criteria
2
The answer is very clear.

The answer is fully supported by details.

There may be a few errors in grammar, usage, or mechanics. Errors do not interfere with meaning.

1
The answer is somewhat clear.

Details are weak or not related.

There are some errors in grammar, usage, and mechanics. Errors interfere with meaning.

0
The question is not answered.



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Answer 1

Based on the table, the Javan Rhino has a low reproduction rate. With a population of less than 70, the chance of survival for the Javan Rhino is very low. However, if their reproduction rate were to increase, there would be a higher chance of their survival as more individuals would be added to the population.