The Evolution of Foraging Behaviors That Maximize the Amount of Energy

question 71

Multiple Choice

The evolution of foraging behaviors that maximize the amount of energy gained per unit of time spent foraging is favored by

• A)natural selection.
• B)artificial selection.
• C)specialization.
• D)altruism.
• E)territoriality.

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