In the passage by Jake buehler, these ferns may be the first plants known to work together as ants do, what best identifies the authors main purpose for the article? A. Discuss the various plant and animal

Question

Species that are eusocial b. Share findings that support the idea that Staghorn ferns are eusocial c. To challenge claims
That reject the idea that Staghorn ferns are eusocial d. To encourage scientists to study other plant species

Answer 1

Based on the passage you provided, the best identification of the author's main purpose for the article would be:

B. Share findings that support the idea that Staghorn ferns are eusocial.

This option directly aligns with the focus on the Staghorn ferns and the claim about their potential eusocial behavior.