Which of the following types of animals depend on humans for food and shelter?

Domesticated animals are those that have been selectively bred and adapted over generations to live alongside humans, forming a mutualistic relationship. This dependency means that domesticated animals rely on humans for their food, shelter, and care. Unlike wild animals, which hunt or forage for their own sustenance in their natural habitats, domesticated animals typically cannot survive without human assistance in these aspects of their lives.

Endangered species, while they may be affected by human factors such as habitat loss and hunting, do not inherently depend on humans for food and shelter in the same way domesticated animals do. They are often still part of natural ecosystems and can often fend for themselves if left undisturbed.

Exotic pets, while they may be kept in human environments, do not necessarily depend on humans for their basic survival. Many exotic pets have the instincts and skills necessary to handle themselves in the wild, although their living conditions in captivity often require human care.

Therefore, the correct answer is that domesticated animals are uniquely tied to human care for their survival needs, making them the type of animal that relies on humans for food and shelter.