Regarding the class experiment on termite orientation behavior, the line for all of the treatment sheets was traced from the same template. Why was using a template important for this experiment?

A. We wanted to know if termites are drawn to this specific line
B. It was previously demonstrated that termites respond to this specific line
C. It helped ensure that each treatment trial was consistent
D. The line was a prediction derived from our hypothesis


Answer: C. It helped ensure that each treatment trial was consistent

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