Question

2 how does the author describe the relationship between black - footed ferrets and prairie dogs? a ferrets live in prairie dog tunnels and eat prairie dogs. b ferrets and prairie dogs eat the same foods so they fight each other. c ferrets live above ground and prairie dogs live below them.

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Black - footed ferrets are known to inhabit prairie dog tunnels (since prairie dogs create extensive tunnel systems) and prairie dogs are a primary food source for black - footed ferrets. This is consistent with their ecological relationship.
• Option B: Ferrets are carnivores and prairie dogs are herbivores (or primarily eat grass and seeds), so they do not eat the same food, and this option is incorrect.
• Option C: Prairie dogs live in tunnels (below ground) and ferrets use these tunnels (so ferrets are not above ground while prairie dogs are below in a way that this option describes), so this option is incorrect.

Answer:

A. Ferrets live in prairie dog tunnels and eat prairie dogs.