Can animal damage controls be expected to be 100 percent effective in managing nuisance animals?

Animal damage controls are typically not permanent solutions for managing nuisance animals, which is why the choice indicating that they cannot be expected to provide lasting effects is correct. Various factors contribute to the temporary nature of these controls, such as changes in animal populations, habitat conditions, and the adaptability of the species involved.

For instance, once a control method is applied, it may temporarily reduce the presence of nuisance animals, but these animals can often repopulate the area or be replaced by others. Additionally, various environmental or ecological factors may impact the effectiveness of the control measures over time.

While some controls can indeed be effective initially, they are often part of a broader integrated management approach that requires ongoing effort to maintain effectiveness and address any new issues that arise. Other choices suggest that complete, permanent effectiveness is possible, which does not accurately represent the dynamic nature of wildlife management.