Question

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how does a group behavior of prairie dogs benefit an individual prairie dog?
a. with many prairie dogs living in one place, it is easier for predators to catch an individual.
b. living in close proximity with others increases competition for food and water.
c. many individuals watching for predators and alerting others increases the chances that a single individual will survive.
d. a large group living close together increases the chances of disease spreading to an individual.

Explanation:

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C. Many individuals watching for predators and alerting others increases the chances that a single individual will survive.

Group behavior means more eyes on predators. When one spots danger, it alerts others. This collective vigilance boosts an individual's survival odds. Options A, B, and D describe negative aspects (e.g., easier predation, more competition, disease spread) rather than benefits. Only option C highlights a positive outcome (increased survival) from group behavior.

Answer:

Group behavior means more eyes on predators. When one spots danger, it alerts others. This collective vigilance boosts an individual's survival odds. Options A, B, and D describe negative aspects (e.g., easier predation, more competition, disease spread) rather than benefits. Only option C highlights a positive outcome (increased survival) from group behavior.