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which species would thrive if new york city were to be abandoned, according to alan weisman?

a. the chinese ailanthus tree

b. the red deer

c. the domestic dog

d. the american chestnut tree

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Explanation:

Alan Weisman, in his work, discussed that the Chinese ailanthus tree (also known as the tree of heaven) is a hardy, invasive species that would thrive in an abandoned New York City due to its ability to grow in urban environments and tolerate harsh conditions. Red deer are not native to New York City's ecosystem, domestic dogs are dependent on humans and less likely to thrive without human care, and the American chestnut tree has been largely devastated by blight and is not as likely to thrive in an abandoned urban setting compared to the Chinese ailanthus tree.

Answer:

A. The Chinese ailanthus tree