Use the Following Figure to Answer the Question

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Multiple Choice

Use the following figure to answer the question.

"Rare events" can help us understand evolutionary events, as shown in the figure. Which of the following statements explains the logic of this approach?

• A) Organisms with the mutation evolved convergently.
• B) The mutation provided an adaptive advantage to the organisms that contained it.
• C) Because the mutation likely occurred only once, all organisms with the mutation have a common ancestor with the mutation.
• D) "Reverse evolution" does not occur.

Compare different organizational structures within the nonprofit and social enterprise sectors.

Understand the basic concepts and terminology related to ethology and instinctive behaviors.

Describe the properties, functions, and examples of fixed action patterns and other instinctive responses.

Explain the role of environmental stimuli and key stimuli in triggering instinctive behaviors.

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Definitions:

Gatekeeper

A gatekeeper is an individual or entity that controls access to something, such as information or resources, effectively acting as a filter.

Boundary Spanner

An individual within an organization who facilitates communication and coordination with external entities or across different organizational units.

Job Enrichment

The process of enhancing job roles to make them more fulfilling and to provide employees with greater responsibility and growth opportunities.

Managerial Innovation

The introduction of novel management practices, processes, or structures that aim to improve organizational effectiveness.