Anature conservancy expert found little support for his campaign to protect toads. he suggested that, even thought the campaign highlighted the vital role the toads played in the ecology of the region, people were unenthusiastic about saving toads as these animals are perceived as unpleasant creatures, and people seldom feel passionate about animals with which they have no positive feelings.

the experts opinion would be most strengthened by which of the following observations?

a. ecological conservation is an increasingly important concern in the region.

b. a recent campaign to save bats achieved a measure of success only after a cartoon bat was adopted as the mascot of the local football team.

c. snakes and lizards also need protection in this region as a result of human activity.

d. the campaign to protect toads has been in existence for over five years and yet the toad population continues to decline.

e. the children in the local schools were found to have a greater aversion to toads than to snakes.