Biologists Captured and Marked 120 Butterflies, and Later Captured 150

question 47

True/False

Biologists captured and marked 120 butterflies, and later captured 150 of which 30 were marked. The population estimate is 1000 butterflies.

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Definitions:

Margaret Floy Washburn

An early 20th-century psychologist known for being the first woman to receive a PhD in psychology and for her work in animal behavior and motor theory development.

African American University

An institution of higher education historically serving the African American community, though not exclusively.

Howard University

A historically Black university located in Washington, D.C., known for its diverse academic programs and research.

Francis Cecil Sumner

Known as the first African American to receive a PhD in psychology, paving the way for future generations in the field.