Question

Why is diversity critical for a complex adaptive system?

Question 4 options:

	a) Diversity means that no one aspect of the system will be too greatly affected by a particular initial event or condition.
	b) Diversity prevents the system from developing deterministic patterns.
	c) Diversity prevents the elements of the system from engaging in self-organization.
	d) Diversity provides for novelty and is a source of the capability for adaptation.

Answer 1

Ans.)  "D"

Diversity is critical for a complex adaptive system because it provides novelty and is a source of the capability for adaptation. It is the main cause of evolution and variation among organism in ecosystem. It provides a solution to adopt the various difficult conditions for survival.