Which of the Following Examples Describes a Behavioral Pattern That

question 56

Multiple Choice

Which of the following examples describes a behavioral pattern that results from a proximate cause?

• A) A cat kills a mouse to obtain nutrition.
• B) A male sheep fights with another male because it helps to improve its social position.
• C) A female bird lays its eggs because the amount of daylight is decreasing slightly each day.
• D) A goose squats and freezes motionless to escape a predator.

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Definitions:

Resource Availability

The extent to which inputs required for production, such as raw materials, labor, and capital, are readily obtainable in the economy or market.

Technological Capabilities

The skills, knowledge, tools, and processes available to an individual, organization, or society that enable technological developments or innovations.

Comparative Advantage

The capacity of a person, business, or nation to create a product or offer a service at a reduced opportunity cost compared to their rivals, thereby gaining specialized production and advantages in trade.