Introduced species can have deleterious effects on biological communities by ________.
A) competing with native species for resources and displacing them
B) spreading rapidly in their new region
C) reducing erosion
D) increasing the biodiversity in their new region

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Introduced species can outcompete native species for resources and displace them, leading to a decline in biodiversity and ecological function.

Choice B and C are incorrect because spreading rapidly and reducing erosion are not necessarily indicative of deleterious effects.

Choice D is incorrect because increased biodiversity can be positive, neutral, or negative depending on the context and species involved.

Introduced Species Can Have Deleterious Effects on Biological Communities by ________