Derived Characteristics That Define the Order Primates Include

question 61

Multiple Choice

Derived characteristics that define the order Primates include

• A) bipedalism.
• B) increased dependence on complex behavior, learning, and behavioral flexibility.
• C) specialized molars, up to six incisors, and a lack of premolars.
• D) highly developed olfaction (sense of smell).

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Definitions:

Nonverbal Encoding

The process of communicating information without the use of spoken words, through gestures, facial expressions, and body language.

Amygdala

A part of the brain involved in processing emotions, fear responses, and emotional memories.

Hippocampus

A region of the brain important for learning and memory formation.

Prefrontal Cortex

The front part of the frontal lobe of the brain, associated with complex cognitive behavior, personality expression, and decision making.