The process organisms undergo to achieve a beneficial adjustment to a particular environment,which not only leads to biological changes in the organisms but also impacts their environment,is called:
A)accommodation.
B)acculturation.
C)adaptation.
D)assimilation.
E)incorporation.

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Adaptation is the correct choice because it refers to the biological and behavioral changes that organisms undergo in order to fit into their environment and survive. Accommodation refers to adjusting to a specific situation or circumstance, but does not necessarily lead to biological changes. Acculturation and assimilation both refer to cultural changes, rather than biological changes. Incorporation is not a relevant term in this context.

The Process Organisms Undergo to Achieve a Beneficial Adjustment to a Particular