Which of the Following Best Explains How Some Animals Survive

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following best explains how some animals survive even in times of extended food shortage?

• A)Some animals use torpor, a process of achieving minimal activity and body temperature maintenance, to minimize caloric consumption.
• B)Some animals use estivation, which is the process of overeating when food is abundant so that they go into lean month's fat.
• C)Some animals elevate their basal metabolic rates to keep them warm in colder months, thereby limiting their need for consuming food.

Compare and contrast the characteristics of adolescent and adult romantic relationships.

Apply theoretical knowledge to real-life scenarios, identifying types of cohabiting relationships.

Explain the evolution of relationships from same-sex friendships in childhood to romantic relationships in adolescence.

Critique the limitations of focusing only on marital status when studying intimate relationships in older adults.

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Definitions:

Speed Eating

The practice of consuming food very quickly, often associated with competitive eating events or unhealthy eating habits.

Emotional Eating

The practice of consuming food in response to feelings rather than hunger, often leading to overeating.

Destructive Thought

Negative, harmful thoughts that can impair emotional well-being and influence behavior negatively.

Behavior Change

Alterations in an individual's behavior patterns, attitudes, or actions, typically aimed at achieving better health outcomes or lifestyle adjustments.