Why Do Researchers Think That "Sponging" Behavior in Bottlenose Dolphins

question 53

Multiple Choice

Why do researchers think that "sponging" behavior in bottlenose dolphins is a learned trait?

• A) The behavior occurs in all individuals in the population.
• B) The behavior occurs only in females.
• C) The behavior is due to a sex-linked gene.
• D) The behavior appears to be socially transmitted through the maternal line.

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Definitions:

Linking Pins

A concept describing individuals who connect different groups or levels within an organization, facilitating coordination and communication.

Interdependence

The mutual reliance between two or more groups, individuals, or systems where the actions of one affect the outcomes of the others.

Accommodation

Or smoothing, involves playing down differences and finding areas of agreement.

Conflict Management

Involves employing strategies to limit the negative aspects of conflict while increasing the positive aspects with the goal of improving learning and group outcomes.