You Have Captured a Number of Rats from a Wild

question 7

Multiple Choice

You have captured a number of rats from a wild population and quickly surmise with tests that they are very good at avoiding food with poisons.What would best explain this observation?

• A)Rats are probably just intelligent enough to avoid poison.
• B)Rats may experience a large variety of toxins in their environment and learn to avoid them.
• C)Rats may learn this behavior from their parents or siblings.
• D)Rats may be able to tolerate large amounts of poison.

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Definitions:

Facial Expressions

The movements of the facial muscles that convey emotions, intentions, and social information to others.

Tactile Sense

The sense of touch, which enables organisms to perceive and interpret information through physical interaction with their environment.

Preparedness

Predisposition to respond to certain stimuli differently from other stimuli.

Selective Learning

The process by which individuals learn some information while ignoring other stimuli, often emphasizing relevant or reinforced knowledge.