Pangolins are capable of reproducing when they are two years old. which of the following is necessary for any individual pangolin to reproduce? a. the ability to bear multiple young at once b. the ability to fight off predators c. the ability to survive until it reproduces d. the ability to produce milk to feed its offspring the answer on study island is c. the ability to survive until it reproduces.

 The correct answer is C. The ability to survive until it reproduces.

In order for any individual organism, including a pangolin, to reproduce, it must survive long enough. For pangolins, this means surviving at least two years. Females, in addition, must survive through gestation so that they can give birth. It is not necessary that they bear multiple young or fight off predators, so long as they can avoid or survive predators. Only female pangolins need to be able to lactate—or produce milk—if they want their offspring to survive to adulthood.