Mammals May ____ as a Response to Cold in Order

question 21

Multiple Choice

Mammals may ____ as a response to cold in order to limit the amount of heat lost to the surroundings.

• A) shiver
• B) go off to lay alone so that others do not take their heat
• C) press hair shafts close to the body
• D) reduce blood flow to the skin
• E) lose brown adipose tissue

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Definitions:

Interaction

In statistics and research, the mutual or reciprocal actions or influence between variables or factors.

Complete Factorial Experiment

An experimental design in which each possible combination of variables and levels is tested.

Replicates

Repeated measurements or experiments conducted under identical conditions to estimate variability or to ensure reliability.

Balanced Experiment

An experimental design where all groups or treatments have an equal number of observations, minimizing bias and variability in results.