According to the above table, the foraging
characteristic that would benefit an animal most in a
stable ecology would be?
a. A baby garter snake captures and eats a slug.
b. A sitter because it would have more trouble
adapting to a changing environment
c. A forager because it has the ability to adapt
quickly.
d. Both the sitter and the forager are equally adept
in a stable ecosystem.
e. All of these would benefit an animal the most.
Answer: b
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