Some Animals Define a Territory and Defend It

question 24

Multiple Choice

Some animals define a territory and defend it. Maintaining a territory is costly in terms of the energy expended in defense and the risk of injury or death. Which of the following is a benefit of maintaining a territory?

• A) eliminating predators
• B) encouraging other members of the population to settle in the area
• C) eliminating predators and encouraging other members of the population to settle in the area
• D) obtaining a mate and keeping a constant supply of food
• E) obtaining a mate and encouraging other species to settle in the area