Question

3. Over time, the climate of a deciduous forest turns colder and

snow covers the ground most of the year. Trees in this area are
likely to change for survival in this environment by -

A.producing thicker, denser bark.
B.losing their leaves earlier each year.
C.changing their leaves into needles and fronds.
D.growing thinner and more flexible branches.

Answer 1

B. Losing their leaves earlier each year would be a likely adaptation for trees in a deciduous forest that experiences colder temperatures and snow cover for most of the year