Question

what is the net caloric gain per lion when four lions successfully hunt and share a zebra? * 1 point
170,000 kcal
115,000 kcal
15,000 kcal
28,750 kcal

why cant a solo lion successfully hunt a zebra? * 1 point
the zebra is too fast for a single lion to catch
the energy cost exceeds the lions daily hunting energy limit
zebras only travel in large herds
lions lack the strength to take down zebras alone

Explanation:

1. For the first question, assume the total caloric value of a zebra is 115,000 kcal. When four lions share it, the net caloric gain per lion is $\frac{115000}{4}=28750$ kcal.
2. For the second question, zebras are fast - moving animals. A single lion usually cannot catch a zebra due to the zebra's high speed.

Answer:

1. D. 28,750 kcal
2. A. The zebra is too fast for a single lion to catch