According to your book, why might a ground squirrel sound an alarm cry when it sees a predator?

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Ground squirrels sound an alarm cry when they see a predator to warn other ground squirrels and protect the collection of ground squirrel genes. This behavior increases the likelihood of survival of the individual ground squirrel, as its relatives are more likely to survive and reproduce if the predator is successfully avoided.

According to Your Book, Why Might a Ground Squirrel Sound