When Behavioral Biologists Look at the Ultimate Evolutionary Benefit of Animal

question 56

Multiple Choice

When behavioral biologists look at the ultimate evolutionary benefit of animal communication, they are primarily focusing on the effects of the communication on the individual's ability to ____.

• A) secure food resources
• B) intimidate other animals
• C) form alliances with other animals
• D) produce surviving offspring
• E) maintain a favorable position in the dominance hierarchy

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Definitions:

Revenue And Spending Variances

The differences between the actual amounts of revenue and spending and their budgeted or forecasted amounts, analyzed for budget control.

Flexible Budget

A flexible budget is an estimation tool that adjusts for changes in the volume of activity, allowing for a more realistic comparison of actual to budgeted performance.

Materials Quantity Variance

A metric measuring the difference between the actual quantity of materials used in production and the expected quantity, multiplied by the standard cost per unit.

Labor Rate Variance

The difference between the actual cost of labor and the budgeted or standard cost, reflecting inefficiencies in wage rate management.