You Observe That by Flashing a Small Light in a Particular

question 24

Multiple Choice

You observe that by flashing a small light in a particular sequence,you can attract male fireflies of a certain species.You begin to think how this signal may be used against these males.Which of the hypotheses seems to be the most logical?

• A)This particular signal will be used commonly by other firefly species as a way to lure males and prey on them.
• B)This particular signal will be used only by this species of firefly.
• C)This particular signal will be used widely by males of this species in territorial disputes.
• D)This particular signal will be used by females of other species to lure males and mate with them in an effort to pass on more of their genes.

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