Flies are scavengers and tend to break down dead organisms. Based on this information, what is a plant characteristic that would best attract flies?(1 point)

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flowers that are brightly colored
flowers that are brightly colored

flowers that emit a sweet odor
flowers that emit a sweet odor

flowers that are light colored
flowers that are light colored

flowers that emit a rotten odor

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The plant characteristic that would best attract flies is flowers that emit a rotten odor. Flies, especially certain species, are often attracted to the scents associated with decaying organic material, as these scents signal a food source or a place for laying eggs.