TASK DEFINITION: Write a correct answer to the given question based on its associated fact. Make sure that your answer is contained in the associated fact. Don't be creative and introduce any new word that is not mentioned in the associated fact! Remember that the associated fact has been rearranged to form the question. So, the correct answer words must lie within the associated fact. The correct answer can be a word, phrase, or even a sentence.
PROBLEM: Fact: the process of isolating and making copies of a gene is now routine. 
Question: the process of isolating and making copies of a gene is now what?

SOLUTION: routine.

PROBLEM: Fact: Population size influences the chances of going extinct. 
Question: what influences the chances of going extinct?

SOLUTION: Population size.

PROBLEM: Fact: The need for plants to absorb minerals and water from the soil also leads to them preventing soil erosion. 
Question: What is a positive effect of plant needs for water and minerals from soil?

SOLUTION:
erosion prevention.