The Kudzu vine was brought to the United States from Japan. Which of the following additional characteristics of the Kudzu vine determined that it was an invasive species?(1 point)

a. it grows rapidly, robbing other plants of sunlight
b. it was believed to be a "miracle plant"
c. it protects vulnerable grounds against wind erosion
d. it has no economic benefit

a. it grows rapidly, robbing other plants of sunlight