Which of the Following Would Be a Logical Hypothesis for Advantage(s)to

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would be a logical hypothesis for advantage(s) to holes in the leaves of the Madagascar lace plant?

• A)Holes in the leaves allow increased surface area for herbivores.
• B)Holes in the leaves make it harder for competing plant species to see this plant.
• C)Holes in the leaves reduce the amount of food available to herbivores.
• D)Holes in the leaves increase the surface area to volume ratio of the plant.

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