An Animal's Inputs of Energy and Materials Would Exceed Its

question 33

Multiple Choice

An animal's inputs of energy and materials would exceed its outputs ________.

• A) if the animal is an endotherm, which must always take in more energy because of its high metabolic rate
• B) if it is actively foraging for food
• C) if it is growing and increasing its mass
• D) never; due to homeostasis, these energy and material budgets always balance

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Definitions:

Bailee's Sole Benefit

Bailee's sole benefit occurs when a bailment is made for the advantage of the bailee only, with no benefit accruing to the bailor.

Gratuitous Loan

A loan where the lender does not charge interest or fees, often made among family or friends or for charitable reasons.

Bailor's Sole Benefit

Refers to a situation in a bailment where the benefit of the arrangement is exclusively for the bailor, with the bailee undertaking the responsibility without receiving any benefit.

Without Compensation

Performing an action or providing a service without receiving any form of payment or benefit in return.