Abby Is Constantly Behaving in a Way Contrary to Her

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Multiple Choice

Abby is constantly behaving in a way contrary to her parents. If they ask her to take her dishes to the counter after dinner, she refuses. If they tell her it is time to take a shower and get ready for bed, she continues to play with her toys while staring them down. She often loses her temper when her parents push her to comply, and her aggression seems to be increasingly worse. Abby may be diagnosed with

• A) conduct disorder.
• B) autism, Level 1.
• C) oppositional defiant disorder.
• D) ADHD.

Comprehend the historical and philosophical contributions to the theory of evolution, including by Lyell and Darwin.

Recognize the role of natural selection and other evolutionary processes (genetic drift, gene flow) in shaping genetic variation and population genetics.

Analyze the effects of selection on population dynamics and individual traits.

Explain the significance of Darwin's observations and theories in the development of evolutionary biology.

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Definitions:

Receptors

Specialized cells or groups of cells that detect changes in the environment and convey information to the nervous system.

Synapse

The junction between neurons through which they communicate with each other, transferring information via chemical or electrical signals.

Chemical Reactions

Processes that involve the rearrangement of atomic or molecular structures to form new substances.

Adenosine

A nucleoside that plays a role in biochemical processes, such as energy transfer and signal transduction in the form of ATP and cAMP.