Multiple choice

An autotroph and a heterotroph are shown. Which statement is true?

  1. The tree is an autotroph and the bear is a heterotroph

  2. the tree is a heterotroph and the bear is an autotroph

  3. both organisms are autotrophs

  4. both organisms are heterotrophs

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A Correct answer
Explanation

Autotrophs (like trees) produce their own food through photosynthesis. Heterotrophs (like bears) must consume other organisms to obtain energy.