Question

what does \dependent\ mean in these sentences? baby raccoons are totally dependent on their mothers when they are born. their mothers give them food and a safe home. the state of being very young the act of staying with someone being protected needing someone

Explanation:

In the given sentences, baby raccoons rely on their mothers for food and a safe home, which means they need their mothers. So "dependent" here means needing someone.

Answer:

needing someone