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According to the Theory of Island Biogeography, which of the following should have the largest number of species at equilibrium? A) A small island far away from the mainland B)A large island near the mainland C)A large island far away from the mainland D) A small island near the mainland E) All islands should have the same number of species

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          According to the Theory of Island Biogeography, which of
the following should have the largest number of species at
equilibrium?
A) A small island far away from the
mainland
B)A large island near the mainland
C)A large island far away from the mainland
D) A small island near the mainland
E) All islands should have the same number of
species

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According to the Theory of Island Biogeography, which of the following should have the largest number of species at equilibrium? A) A small island far away from the mainland B)A large island near the mainland C)A large island far away from the mainland D) A small island near the mainland E) All islands should have the same number of species