Some animals define a territory and defend it. Maintaining a territory is costly in terms of the energy expended in defense and the risk of injury or death. Which of the following is a benefit of maintaining a territory?

A) eliminating predators
B) encouraging other members of the population to settle in the area
C) eliminating predators and encouraging other members of the population to settle in the area
D) obtaining a mate and keeping a constant supply of food
E) obtaining a mate and encouraging other species to settle in the area

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Zybrea Knight · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : D, Explanation :  Maintaining a territory is beneficial for obtaining a mate and keeping a constant supply of food. By defending a territory, animals are able to secure resources such as food and water, which in turn helps them attract potential mates by demonstrating their ability to provide for offspring.

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