If a species of animal defends territories primarily to secure sufficient food supply for reproduction, we would expect the size of territories to be most closely related to ____.
A) the intensity of competition for nesting sites
B) the density of food resources in the territory
C) the habitat in which the territory exists
D) the amount of parental care invested by the species
E) the mating system used by the species

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The size of territories would be most closely related to the density of food resources in the territory because securing a sufficient food supply for reproduction is the primary reason for defending these territories. If food is abundant, smaller territories might suffice, but if food is scarce, larger territories might be necessary to gather enough resources.

If a Species of Animal Defends Territories Primarily to Secure