Which of the Following Characteristics Are Demonstrated by the Production

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which of the following characteristics are demonstrated by the production of sterile mules after female horses mate with male donkeys?

• A) reduced hybrid viability
• B) hybrid breakdown
• C) reduced hybrid fertility
• D) mechanical isolation

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Definitions:

Proximal Development

A concept in the theory of learning which suggests that learners progress most effectively when they are guided by tasks slightly beyond their current competence.

Vygotsky

A Russian psychologist known for his theories on cognitive development, emphasizing the crucial role of social interaction in learning.

Cognitive Development

The process by which a child's understanding of the world changes due to age and experience, including the development of thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.

Assimilation

According to Piaget, the inclusion of a new event into an existing schema.