Considering the Conceptual Model of Optimal Foraging Presented in This

question 7

Multiple Choice

Considering the conceptual model of optimal foraging presented in this chapter, as cumulative energy investment in foraging increases at a constant rate,

• A) net energy gain increases linearly.
• B) the profitability of each food item increases steadily.
• C) the net energy gained decreases, then increases.
• D) total energy eventually obtained plateaus.

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Definitions:

Social Facilitation

The tendency for people to perform differently when in the presence of others than when alone, typically improving on simple or well-learned tasks.

Cognitive Dissonance

The mental discomfort experienced when holding two or more contradictory beliefs, values, or ideas simultaneously.

Social Loafing

is the phenomenon where individuals exert less effort when working in a group compared to when working alone.

Collective Tasks

Activities or missions performed by a group working towards a common objective or goal.