Which of the Following Is an Example of a Question

question 165

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of a question scientists might ask regarding evolutionary adaptations in humans?

• A)Why do people from different cultures like different types of music?
• B)Why do young children develop a fear of heights, as shown in visual cliff studies?
• C)How does practice improve reaction time on visual-motor tasks?
• D)Can you learn to adapt your note-taking style from a lecture to small-group discussion classes?

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Definitions:

Mimetic

Relating to or involving mimicry, often used to describe organisms that imitate other species or their environment for survival benefits.

Viable/Fertile Offspring

Offspring that are capable of surviving to maturity and reproducing, indicating successful genetic compatibility between parents.

Reinforcement

Reinforcement refers to the increase of reproductive isolation between populations through selection against hybrid offspring.

Pre-mating Isolation

Mechanisms that prevent mating or fertilization between potential breeding pairs, contributing to species separation and evolution.