C. living things respond to stimuli in the environment
Answer:
option B: one species decreases the probability that a second species will become established
Explanation:
Inhibition as a mechanism of succession occurs when some early species which could also include pioneer species make the site less suitable for the development of other species and do not allow them to become established and grow. When eventually these early species die, other species that were hindered will subsequently grow and become established gradually giving rise to a climax community.
