Between 1976 and 1985, chemical wastes were dumped into Cod Bay. Today, 3 percent of the bay's bluefin cod population...

Rita on September 29, 2021

Answer Choice E:

I can see how C is the correct answer, but it would be very helpful if someone could explain why E is not. Thank you in advance.

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Emil-Kunkin on December 20 at 04:53PM

E is relevant because it speaks to a possible alternative cause. If there were other pollutants that cause mutations present, then perhaps the companies would not be liable for any or all of the damage, since it's possible the mutations came from the other pollutants,