You Are Observing an Unknown Animal Species in the Amazon

Multiple Choice

You are observing an unknown animal species in the Amazon rain forest and want to know whether it is an ectotherm or an endotherm. Which of the following methods would be the least helpful in making this determination?

A) Measure the animal's body temperature and compare it to ambient temperature at various times throughout the day and night.
B) Determine the animal's method of urine production and compare it to ambient temperature at various times throughout the day and night.
C) Measure the animal's rate of oxygen consumption and compare it to ambient temperature at various times throughout the day and night.
D) Observe the animal's behavior and activity level and compare it to ambient temperature at various times throughout the day and night.