Question

select the evidence that the author provides for the following supporting claim: squirrels arent in the same family of rodents as pests like mice and rats. squirrels are in the family sciuridae while mice and rats are classified as muridae. squirrels are larger than mice and rats but smaller than prairie dogs and woodchucks. all rodents are mammals that belong to the order rodentia, so they are related. if a squirrel gets into someones home, it is unlikely to bite unless it is touched or cornered.

Explanation:

The claim is about different rodent - family classifications. The fact that squirrels are in Sciuridae and mice/rats are in Muridae directly supports the claim. Size, general rodent - relation, and biting behavior are not relevant to family - level classification.

Answer:

Squirrels are in the family Sciuridae while mice and rats are classified as Muridae.