Question

1. who is responsible for controlling the prides territory? the oldest male lion
2. if the pride is taken over by new individuals, what happens to the

a. females?
b. males?
c. cubs?

1. how are cubs raised within the pride?
2. how do the roles filled by the females increase the survival of the species?
3. how do the roles filled by the males increase the survival of the species?
4. explain how exhibiting group behavior like these lions increases the survival of individuals within the species.
5. does this research support your hypothesis? yes no not enough info

explain how this information either supports your hypothesis or made you rethink it.

Explanation:

5a. Females usually remain in the pride. They are integral to the social - structure and continue their roles in hunting and cub - rearing.
5b. Males are often driven out or killed when a new male takes over the pride. The new male wants to mate with the females and may see the existing males as competition.
5c. Cubs may be killed by the new male to bring the females into estrus more quickly, or they may be cared for if the new male allows it.

1. Cubs are raised by the females in the pride. Multiple females may nurse and protect the cubs, and they are taught hunting and social skills as they grow.
2. Female lions are the primary hunters. Their coordinated hunting efforts provide food for the pride, which is crucial for survival. They also care for the cubs, ensuring their survival and development.
3. Male lions protect the pride's territory from other males. Their presence deters potential invaders, which helps maintain the safety and stability of the pride, thus increasing the survival of all members.
4. Group behavior in lions, such as coordinated hunting by females and territorial defense by males, increases survival. Hunting in groups allows for the capture of larger prey, and defense of the territory ensures access to resources and safety from predators and rival prides.
5. Since no hypothesis was given, it's impossible to determine if the research supports it. If the hypothesis was related to the roles of males and females in pride survival, the above - mentioned information about their distinct roles would likely be relevant.

Answer:

5a. Usually remain in the pride and continue their social and care - taking roles.
5b. Often driven out or killed by the new male.
5c. May be killed by the new male or cared for if allowed.

1. Raised by the females, nursed and taught survival skills.
2. Primary hunters and cub - carers, ensuring food and cub survival.
3. Protect the pride's territory, maintaining safety and stability.
4. Coordinated hunting and defense increase access to resources and safety.
5. Cannot be determined without a given hypothesis.