Which of the Following Are Among the First Organisms to Colonize

question 34

Multiple Choice

Which of the following are among the first organisms to colonize barren habitats?

• A) Mushrooms
• B) Small mammals
• C) Fungi
• D) Plants
• E) Lichens

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Definitions:

Self-Perception Theory

A theory by Daryl Bem that suggests individuals infer their own attitudes and emotions by observing their own behavior and the context in which it occurs.

Self-Handicapping

A cognitive strategy where an individual creates obstacles to performance in order to maintain self-esteem in the face of potential failure.

Attitudes

Attitudes are relatively enduring sets of beliefs and feelings toward a person, object, or event, influencing an individual's emotional responses and behaviors.

Self-Perception Theory

A theory suggesting that individuals determine their attitudes and preferences by interpreting the meaning of their own behavior.