Question

which of the following feet would be most beneficial to a bird living in a lake/pond?
a
b
c
d
○ d
○ a
○ b
○ c

Explanation:

Birds living in lakes/ponds need feet adapted for swimming. Option C has webbed feet, which act like paddles to propel the bird through water efficiently. Option A is a wading foot for shallow water, B is a grasping foot for perching/climbing, and D is a walking/terrestrial foot, none as beneficial for an aquatic lake/pond habitat.

Answer:

C. Webbed foot (the foot shown in option C)