Question

based on the evidence, which deduction best explains what happened to the whales? whales were confused and frightened by naval sonar. whales were driven from the depths by predators. whales were poisoned by polluted water. starving whales were distracted by a hunt for food.

Explanation:

Naval sonar is known to disorient and distress whales, causing abnormal behavior. There is no evidence in the question - prompt about predators, water - pollution, or food - hunting distractions.

Answer:

Whales were confused and frightened by naval sonar.