Multiple Choice
Rate of energy gain is a "common currency" that is frequently used as an indicator of beneficial long-term fitness effects. We usually feel comfortable with that because
A) increased food intake has been found to increase survival and fecundity in a number of species.
B) it can be measured over varying units of time.
C) it can usually be measured directly.
D) all of the above
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