Question

which of the following represents the lowest level of organization in this forest environment?
a. the single deer standing near the flowing river
b. the river supplying the organisms with water
c. the squirrels eating the nuts and acorns from the trees
d. the group of bushes providing shade for small insects

Explanation:

In ecological organization, an individual organism is the lowest - level entity. Option A represents a single deer (an individual organism). Option B is a non - living water source. Option C is a group of squirrels (a population). Option D is a group of bushes (also part of a population or community aspect).

Answer:

A. the single deer standing near the flowing river