Which statement about Huston's dynamic equilibrium model is most accurate?
A) It is another name for the intermediate disturbance hypothesis.
B) It is an elaboration of the intermediate disturbance hypothesis and predicts that species diversity will be highest in communities with low levels of both disturbance and competitive displacement.
C) It is an elaboration of the intermediate disturbance hypothesis and predicts that species diversity will be highest in communities with high levels of both disturbance and competitive displacement.
D) It states that the intermediate disturbance hypothesis pertains only to terrestrial ecosystems.

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Huston's dynamic equilibrium model elaborates on the intermediate disturbance hypothesis by suggesting that species diversity peaks in communities experiencing low levels of both disturbance and competitive displacement, balancing these factors to maintain diversity.

Which Statement About Huston's Dynamic Equilibrium Model Is Most Accurate