Which of the following would be considered a reasonable long-term strategy for a tree at the onset of a drought?

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The best strategy for a tree during a drought would be to conserve moisture by shedding leaves. This allows the tree to reduce water loss through transpiration and focus its resources on retaining water in the roots and trunk. Growing more leaves or producing more stomata would increase water loss, while increasing abscisic acid or having guard cells pump out more ions would lead to stomatal closure, further reducing photosynthesis and growth.

Which of the Following Would Be Considered a Reasonable Long-Term