Multiple Choice
You observe that by flashing a small light in a particular sequence, you can attract male fireflies of a certain species. You begin to think how this signal may be used against these males. Which of the hypotheses seems to be the most logical?
A) This particular signal will be used only by this species of firefly.
B) This particular signal will be used commonly by other firefly species as a way to lure males and prey on them.
C) This particular signal will be used rarely by other firefly species as a way to lure males and prey on them.
D) This particular signal will be used widely by males of this species in territorial disputes.
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