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      Question

      In the context of insect pest management, under which of

      the following conditions would the sterile-male technique be least effective?
      A Population is extremely abundant Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      B Individuals are easily mass-reared Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      C Females mate only once in their lifetime Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      D Males are poor fliers Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      E The environment is isolated Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

      Solution

      The sterile-male technique is ineffective in large populations because sterile males are unlikely to outcompete fertile ones for mates.

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