Optimal foraging involves all of the following except
A)maximizing energy gained by the forager.
B)minimizing energy expended by the forager.
C)securing essential nutrients for the forager.
D)minimizing the risk of predation on the forager.
E)maximizing the population size of the forager.

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Optimal foraging focuses on maximizing the individual's fitness by maximizing energy gained while minimizing energy expended, securing essential nutrients, and reducing the risk of predation. Population size is not a factor in optimal foraging, as it is a broader ecological concept that considers the interactions between multiple individuals within a population.

Optimal Foraging Involves All of the Following Except