Select the correct answer.

Question

Which type of mammal is more likely to survive in a sub–zero climate?

A.
a small mammal with a relatively larger body surface area

B.
a mammal with a size that's proportionate to its body surface area

C.
a large mammal with a relatively smaller body surface area

Answer 1

C. a large mammal with a relatively smaller body surface area

Larger mammals tend to retain heat better due to their smaller surface area-to-volume ratio, making them more likely to survive in sub-zero climates.