Which of the Following Terms Encompasses All of the Others

Question

Which of the following terms encompasses all of the others?
A)heterotrophs
B)herbivores
C)carnivores
D)primary consumers
E)secondary consumers

Accepted Answer

Heterotrophs refers to any organism that obtains energy and nutrients by consuming other organisms, which includes herbivores, carnivores, primary consumers, and secondary consumers. Therefore, it encompasses all of the other terms listed.