The fertility of the soil is an important factor in the selection of site for a fish pond because a fertile soil will

A. encourage the growth of trees within the pond
B. stimulate growth of lower plants which are sources of food to fish  
C. add mineralsto the water for the fishes resistance to diseases
D. prevent the pond from drying up
E. lower the temperature of pond water for the survival of fish

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Correct Answer: B