English, 23.04.2020 18:03 destinybowers18

Read the paragraph from the section "Spots' Purpose Is Unknown."

Camouflage is just one of the ideas to explain the spots. Derek E. Lee is a professor and lead

scientist of the study. He said, "We don't really know their purpose in the wild." The spots might

indeed be camouflage, but they could also help keep the giraffes' body temperature steady. They might also help giraffes to recognize one another.

Which answer choice is an accurate explanation of what this paragraph means?

(A) Scientists have already learned the purpose of spots on giraffes in zoos.

(B) Scientists believe camouflage is needed to keep baby giraffes alive.

(C) Scientists think that giraffes' spots might serve multiple purposes.

(D) Scientists think giraffes' spots are used mainly to keep them cool.

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Read the paragraph from the section "Spots' Purpose Is Unknown."

Camouflage is just one o...