Read the following statements about various species of plants and animals. Based on these statements, which one would most likely be classified as an invasive species?(1 point)

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Species B is from Europe and can sting people. This species is often farmed in America for their ability to pollinate and provide honey.
Species B is from Europe and can sting people. This species is often farmed in America for their ability to pollinate and provide honey.

Species D, native to Eurasia, has been released in various American states to combat the invasive plant, purple loosestrife.
Species D, native to Eurasia, has been released in various American states to combat the invasive plant, purple loosestrife.

Species C, a plant from Japan, was introduced as a foliage crop and to reduce soil erosion. It grows up to a foot per day, smothering low-growing plants and killing trees.
Species C, a plant from Japan, was introduced as a foliage crop and to reduce soil erosion. It grows up to a foot per day, smothering low-growing plants and killing trees.

Species A is a plant from Eurasia. It is often considered a weed by homeowners and killed off by using an herbicide. This plant can be consumed in salads or as a tea and is the first food resource for bees in the spring.
Species A is a plant from Eurasia. It is often considered a weed by homeowners and killed off by using an herbicide. This plant can be consumed in salads or as a tea and is the first food resource for bees in the spring.
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Species C, a plant from Japan, would most likely be classified as an invasive species. This is because it grows rapidly, smothering other plants and killing trees, which can disrupt the local ecosystem and native species.