5. In a rainforest, giant trees normally live for hundreds of
years. However, when they do die and fall to the ground,
hundreds of seedlings will compete to take its place. What
adaptation is most necessary for a young tree to mature in
this environment?
A. The ability to grow vertically at a rapid rate
B. The ability to establish a deep root system while
growing at a slow and steady rate
C. The ability to retain water to survive in drought
D. The ability to grow narrow, small leaves