Question

1. read the sentence from paragraph 8

\for example, spraying certain chemicals in fertilize fruit trees.\
what does the word fertilize most likely meo
a. to feed animals
b. to clean the trees
c. to help plants grow and produce
d. to protect the insects

Explanation:

The context is about spraying chemicals on fruit trees. Fertilizers are substances that enhance plant growth and productivity. Option A is about animals, which is off - topic. Option B (cleaning) and Option D (protecting insects) are not related to the typical function of substances sprayed on trees for growth. Option C aligns with the purpose of fertilizers (helping plants grow and produce).

Answer:

C. To help plants grow and produce