An Adaptive Trait Is

question 23

Multiple Choice

An adaptive trait is

• A) any heritable trait.
• B) any heritable trait that improves organisms' chances for survival
• C) any heritable trait that improves organisms' chances for survival and reproduction
• D) any heritable trait that improves organisms' chances for survival and reproduction at higher rates than other individuals in a population
• E) any inheritable trait that improves organisms' chance for survival and reproduction at lower rates than other individuals in a population

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Definitions:

Modelling

A method used in various contexts, such as learning or predicting outcomes, where one represents a system or process through simplified descriptions or simulations.

Behavioural Rehearsal

A method used in psychotherapy where individuals practice or role-play real-life situations to improve their response or behavior.

Exposure Therapy

A psychological treatment designed to help individuals confront their fears by gradually exposing them to the feared object or context without any danger, in order to overcome their anxiety.

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

A mental disorder characterized by unwanted recurring thoughts (obsessions) and/or repetitive behaviors (compulsions).