A Homeowner Is Having Problems with Cockroaches

A homeowner is having problems with cockroaches. They have a pest control service spray a pesticide to kill the cockroaches. Some cockroaches survive. Which statement best explains what occurred?

A) The population of cockroaches developed resistance to the pesticide.
B) The individuals that survived will die within a few days.
C) The population developed resistance due to developmental changes.
D) The individuals that survived will likely produce offspring with a resistance to the pesticide.
E) The cockroaches that died had a high doses response.

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