In an experiment testing seed germination across four soil moisture levels, the germination counts out of 50 seeds were: Level 1 (Dry) = 15; Level 2 (Moderate) = 45; Level 3 (Moist) = 42; Level 4 (Waterlogged) = 20. Which condition yielded the highest germination rate?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Moderate moisture
- Step 1: Compare the counts: Dry = 15, Moderate = 45, Moist = 42, Waterlogged = 20. Step 2. Moderate moisture produced 45 out of 50 (90%), the highest. Answer: Moderate moisture. Why not the others: Dry produced only 15; Moist produced 42, which is lower than 45; Waterlogged produced only 20.
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