Predation is an interaction between individuals of 2 species in which one is harmed (the prey), and the other is helped (the predator). Predation can occur among plants and animals as well as between plants and animals. Some biologists contend that herbivores, or plant eaters, are predators. Table 1 indicates some characteristics and examples of certain predators. Studies have shown that a certain species of deer will only eat a specific type of plant found in the deer's nat- ural habitat, and nothing else. Is this finding supported by the information in the passage?

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Yes, because a deer is an herbivore, and herbivores can be selective eaters. The best answer is C. According to Table 1, a deer is a herbivore, so eliminate answer choice B. Table 1 also indicates that herbivores can be selective eaters, which means that they may choose to eat a certain type of plant over other types of plants. This best supports answer choice C.

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No, because a deer is an herbivore, which means it eats all plants

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No, because a deer is a carnivore and does not eat plants

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Yes, because a deer is a prey animal, so it must use caution when eating

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