STAAR 11B
Fish in a lake have to compete for space. Different fish have different optimal temperature
ranges. The graph below shows the temperature ranges of four fish species.
Optimal Temperature Ranges
of Four Fish Species
Lake trout
Largemouth bass
Type of fish
Sunfish
Bullhead
0
5
30
10 15 20 25
Temperature (°C)
At which temperature range will there be the most competition for space among these fish species?
F 5°C to 10°C
G 10°C to 15°C
H 15°C to 20°C
J 25°C to 30°C

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