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An alligator that is just born knows to hide itself in the ground for a few weeks until it is big enough to protect itself. It was born with the ability to do this. This is an example of

an acquired trait
natural selection
an adaptation

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Answer: An acquired trait

Explanation: "It was born with the ability to do this" - The alligator inherited the trait from the parent.

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