Graph (B) in the Accompanying Figure Shows the Normal Fluctuations

Multiple Choice

Graph (b) in the accompanying figure shows the normal fluctuations of a population of grouse. Assuming graph (a) in the figure is the result of some experimental treatment in the grouse population, what can be concluded?

A) The experimental treatment exacerbated the population cycling.
B) The experimental treatment did not affect population cycling in this species.
C) The experimental treatment has most likely identified the cause of population cycling.
D) None of the other responses is true.