Which of These Is an Example of Normalizing Selection

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which of these is an example of normalizing selection?

• A) birth weight in babies
• B) color change in moths
• C) increased canine size in baboons
• D) bigger brain size in humans

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Definitions:

Disorganized Thinking

A state where an individual has trouble organizing their thoughts, often leading to difficulties communicating or making decisions.

Prefrontal Cortex

The part of the brain located at the front of the frontal lobes, instrumental in planning complex cognitive behaviors, personality expression, decision making, and moderating social behavior.

Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOIs)

A class of antidepressant drugs that work by inhibiting the activity of monoamine oxidase, thereby increasing the levels of certain neurotransmitters in the brain.

Neurotransmitter Reuptake

The process by which neurotransmitters are reabsorbed by the nerve cell that released them, helping to terminate the signal between neurons.