A student researching bamboo has taken the following notes:

• Bamboo is technically a grass, not a tree • Some species can grow up to 35 inches per day • Bamboo can be harvested sustainably without killing the plant • It is used in construction, textiles, and as food • Giant pandas depend on bamboo for 99% of their diet

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The student wants to highlight bamboo's sustainability as a resource. Which choice most effectively uses relevant information from the notes?

A

Bamboo is technically classified as a grass rather than a tree.

B

Bamboo is remarkably sustainable—growing up to 35 inches daily and allowing harvest without killing the plant.

C

Giant pandas depend on bamboo for approximately 99% of their diet.

D

Bamboo has diverse uses including construction, textiles, and food.

Correct Answer: B

Choice B. Rapid growth and harvest without killing show sustainability.