A news article discussing the evolution of domestic dogs from wolves included this statement: "On its way from pack-hunting carnivore to fireside companion, dogs learned to love-or at least live on-wheat, rice, barley, corn, and potatoes." What is a more scientifically accurate way to state what happened with dogs?

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The statement in the news article suggests that dogs learned to eat grains and other agricultural products through a process of adaptation. The more scientifically accurate way to state what happened with dogs is option B which suggests that some wolves may have had genetic mutations or variants in their digestion that allowed them to survive on the grains and other foods that were available in human settlements. Over time, these wolves may have been selectively bred and domesticated into dogs that were better adapted to living with humans and consuming their food.

A News Article Discussing the Evolution of Domestic Dogs from Wolves