Which of the following methods would most accurately measure the density of the population being studied?
A)counting the number of prairie dog burrows per square mile
B)counting the number of coyote droppings per square meter
C)counting the number of moss plants in one square kilometer
D)counting the number of zebras from airplane observations

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Counting the number of moss plants in one square kilometer provides a direct measure of population density by counting individuals in a defined area, which is a standard method for measuring population density.

Which of the Following Methods Would Most Accurately Measure the Density