What Is One Adaptive Advantage for Deciduous Plants That Lose

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Multiple Choice

What is one adaptive advantage for deciduous plants that lose their leaves during the winter?

• A) It prevents water loss from leaves when soil water is unavailable due to freezing.
• B) Production of new leaves each spring uses less energy than supporting old leaves all winter.
• C) If leaves are damaged by frost, the tree will die.
• D) A layer of leaves on the ground helps keep plant roots warm.

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