Which of the Following Is the Most Likely Plant Response

question 6

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the most likely plant response to an attack by herbivores?

• A) leaf abscission to prevent further loss
• B) early flowering to try to reproduce before being eaten
• C) production of chemical compounds for defense or to attract predators
• D) production of physical defenses, such as thorns
• E) production of thicker bark and cuticle to make it more difficult to eat

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