Question

which statement best describes a population that competes for reproductive purposes? animals push each other to access water. hyenas quarrel over a fresh animal kill. squirrels and chipmunks collect food for the winter months. members of the same species battle each other to protect their young.

Explanation:

Reproductive competition involves interactions related to breeding or protecting offspring (a key part of reproductive success). The first three options involve competition for resources (water, food) not tied to reproduction. Only the last option relates to actions that support reproductive success by protecting young, which is part of reproductive competition within a species.

Answer:

Members of the same species battle each other to protect their young.