Architeuthis dux, better known as the giant squid, lives in deep-sea habitats. With males growing up to 43 feet long, ------- the tendency for deep-sea invertebrates to grow to larger sizes than shallow-water relatives.Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?Architeuthis dux’s abyssal gigantism,eliminateArchiteuthis dux offers an example of abyssal gigantism,eliminatethe abyssal gigantism of Architeuthis duxeliminate

The article states:Jumbo squid (also called Humboldt squid or "red devils") typically inhabit the deep, tropical waters off Mexico and Central America. Lately, however, the cephalopods have been surfacing in the shallow waters off southern California. Researchers believe the squid may have established a year-round population off California. There, they live at depths of 300 to 650 feet.The author's purpose for writing this passage was to _________.A.Convince readers that California waters are better for the squid populationB.Convince readers that diving in order to see squid has become easierC.Explain why the squid have established a habitat off CaliforniaD.Explain why it is unusual to see the squid in the waters off CaliforniaSUBMITExtras

Which of these is a statement of opinion?A.Many jumbo squid were spotted near San Diego in 2002 and 2005.B.Jumbo squid are also known as "Humboldt squid" or "red devils."C.Divers who swim with jumbo squid must be incredibly brave people.D.Jumbo squid can grow up to 5 feet (1.5 meters) long and can weigh up to 100 pounds (45 kilograms).SUBMITExtras

Suppose that Clara wants to find out more about jumbo squid. She would find most of her information __________.A.By looking in the dictionary, under "squid"B.In a book titled Cephalopods of the Pacific OceanC.Looking at underwater photographs of jumbo squidD.On a website that discusses the effects of climate changeSUBMITExtras

Soft-bodied, muscular anthozoans that can live in waters of all depths throughout the world and range from a few millimeters to over a meter in diameter are Blank______.Multiple choice question.star jelliesjellyfishsea whipssea fanssea anemones

Select the correct answer.A team of researchers is diving to the ocean floor to study seaweed and fungi. Which zone of the ocean are they going to explore? A. abyssal B. intertidal C. pelagic D. benthic E. deep