A blue whale tries to defend itself when attacked by a killer whale. The blue whale will
A) hit the killer whale with its large tail.
B) bite the killer whale with its sharp teeth.
C) make a loud roar to scare away the killer whale.
D) dive into deep water to hide from the killer whale.
The correct answer is A) hit the killer whale with its large tail.
Blue whales, being incredibly large, can use their tails as a means of defense against attackers, including killer whales (orcas). They do not have sharp teeth to bite, and while they might produce sounds, they typically rely on physical force, such as slapping the water with their tail, to deter threats. Diving into deep water may not effectively defend against a group of attackers that includes killer whales, who are known for their teamwork.
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