Question

write an answer to the guiding question: why do horses have hooves instead of multiple toes on each foot?

Explanation:

Over time, through evolution, horses developed hooves as an adaptation for speed and endurance on open - grassland habitats. Hooves provide a single, sturdy point of contact that allows for faster running and better support of their body weight while traveling long distances.

Answer:

Horses have hooves instead of multiple toes due to evolutionary adaptations for speed and efficient locomotion in their open - grassland environments.