In early spring, many wildflowers begin to grow,
produce flowers, and release seeds. the leaves
of the wildflowers make food before the leaves
of the trees in the area begin to develop. the
early growth pattern of the wildflowers would
likely result in
(1) decreased competition for sunlight between
the trees and the wildflowers
(2) decreased competition for suitable temperature
between the trees and the wildflowers
(3) increased competition for space between the
trees and the wildflowers
(4) increased competition for oxygen between
the trees and the wildflowers

Which of the following initial observations would more directly lead to this research study? a) ginko biloba is cost effective and also possesses heart-protective, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory properties. b) metformin is an effective treatment of patients with t2d, but shows side effects that complicate the disease state. c) over the past several years, the cost of treating t2d within the united states has increased dramatically. d) many plants contain molecules that improve the health and quality of life of patients with a variety of diseases like t2d. e) t2d affects millions of individuals in the usa and worldwide many of who could benefit from improved therapies.