A Skull with a Foramen Magnum Positioned at the Back

question 49

Multiple Choice

A skull with a foramen magnum positioned at the back of the skull belongs to:

• A)an individual that is fully bipedal, such as a human.
• B)an individual that is fully quadrupedal, such as a dog.
• C)an individual that is fully quadrupedal, such as a human.
• D)none of the above (this trait is observed only in prosimians).

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Definitions:

Learned Helplessness Orientation

A psychological condition where an individual believes they have no control over the outcome of situations, often resulting from repeated failures.

Mastery Orientation

An approach to tasks and challenges with a focus on learning, growth, and development of competency.

Adaptive Behavior

Adjustments or changes in behavior that enable a person to meet environmental demands or to cope with changes in the environment.

Industry Over Inferiority

The fourth stage of Erik Erikson’s psychosocial development theory, occurring during childhood, where the focus is on achieving competence in skills.