You are given a science question (easy-level) and four answer options (associated with "A", "B", "C", "D"). Your task is to find the correct answer based on scientific facts, knowledge, and reasoning. Do not generate anything else apart from one of the following characters: 'A', 'B, 'C', 'D'. There is only one correct answer for each question.

[EX Q]: Many types of organisms live in a meadow. With the introduction of a large, swift-moving predator into the meadow ecosystem, which group of organisms will MOST likely have an advantage of surviving and reproducing?  
 (A) mice that have the thickest fur (B) foxes that have the largest ears (C) gophers that dig the deepest holes (D) rabbits that can run the fastest
[EX A]: D

[EX Q]: A student pushes a box to slide it across the floor. Which statement explains why the box begins to move?  
 (A) The weight of the box is greater than the force of friction. (B) The weight of the box is less than the force of friction. (C) The applied force is greater than the force of friction. (D) The applied force is less than the force of friction.
[EX A]: C

[EX Q]: All organisms need food to survive. Which statement best describes the purpose of food for organisms?  
 (A) Food provides skin color. (B) Food provides oxygen for life. (C) Food provides water for energy. (D) Food provides energy for growth.
[EX A]:
D