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Assuming that an animal generates heat at a rate proportional to its volume and can radiate heat at a rate proportional to its body surface area, which of the following would be best at maintaing its body temperature in a cold climate ?
A. Mouse
B. Rabbit
C. Bear
D. Fox

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In a bear, the surface area is less as compared to volume. Thus, it will generate more heat and radiate less making it suitable for living in cold climate.

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