In the Experiment with Peacock Butterflies, the Working Hypothesis Is

question 64

Multiple Choice

In the experiment with peacock butterflies, the working hypothesis is that ____.

• A) mimicry confuses both predator and prey
• B) mimicry protects butterflies from being eaten by predatory birds
• C) birds are capable of learning
• D) birds are agents of evolution
• E) unpalatable species display distinctive wings

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