A mosquito feeding on a mammal benefits nutritionally but also places itself in danger. The insect's chance of being killed by that mammal is an example of a(n) _______ cost.

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The possibility of being killed by the mammal is a risk cost, as it puts the mosquito in danger. Option A, energetic, refers to the amount of energy required to obtain and digest food. Option B, opportunity, refers to the cost of having to forego other possible opportunities. Option C, blood, is the benefit that the mosquito obtains from the mammal. Option E, territory, refers to the cost of defending or obtaining territory.

A Mosquito Feeding on a Mammal Benefits Nutritionally but Also