Question

3 which question could scientists most likely answer by comparing the two fire break designs? a which species of trees is the most resistant to dying due to drought? b how many trees should be planted in a fire break to protect a home from wind? c which arrangement of trees is able to block the greatest number of flying embers? d how far away from a home should trees be planted to prevent fire from spreading to a home?

Explanation:

• Option A: The designs don't show any information about tree species or drought - resistance.
• Option B: The designs focus on tree arrangement, not the total number of trees for wind protection.
• Option C: The two designs differ in tree arrangement. By comparing them, scientists can study which arrangement blocks the most flying embers (since the main difference is in how the trees are set up, which would affect ember - blocking).
• Option D: The designs don't provide any data on the distance from the home.

Answer:

C. Which arrangement of trees is able to block the greatest number of flying embers?