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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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