Which of the following is not an example of a trade-off?

a. Flowers that produce more nectar are likely to receive more visits from pollinators.

b. Bacteria with genes that confer resistance to antibiotics grow more slowly than those that are susceptible to antibiotics.

c. A plant that invests in above ground growth will have smaller roots.

d. Mosquito fish that are able to swim very rapidly are not able to swim for long periods of time.

e. Frogs that sing elaborate courtship songs are more likely to attract mates and predators.

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Tamia Morrison

Biology

12 October, 21:22

Which of the following is not an example of a trade-off?

a. Flowers that produce more nectar are likely to receive more visits from pollinators.

b. Bacteria with genes that confer resistance to antibiotics grow more slowly than those that are susceptible to antibiotics.

c. A plant that invests in above ground growth will have smaller roots.

d. Mosquito fish that are able to swim very rapidly are not able to swim for long periods of time.

e. Frogs that sing elaborate courtship songs are more likely to attract mates and predators.

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River Nguyen · Answer 1

a. Flowers that produce more nectar are likely to receive more visits from pollinators.

Explanation:

As the trade refers to the opportunity cost that is associated with one of the following items of exchange the flowering plant's ion this case are more likely to develop nectar as its likely to attract more pollinators which in turn will benefit the plant and hence is regarded a tradeoff in the growth and development of the planet.