Researchers Have Found That an Octopus Given a Clear Plastic

question 27

Multiple Choice

Researchers have found that an octopus given a clear plastic box with three different types of lids and a crab inside will eventually figure out how to get at least one of the lids open to get the crab.They have also shown that after a new octopus observes a veteran octopus (who already knows how to open the box) ,the new octopus is able to open the box and always uses the same type of lid that the veteran used.What term best describes these behaviors?

• A)habituation
• B)proximate
• C)learning
• D)imprinting
• E)innate

Analyze the writing process through relevant questions.

Understand the elements of editing in the writing process.

Estimate the planning time required for a writing project.

Recognize common errors to look for during the proofreading phase.

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Definitions:

Binomial Probability Distribution

A probability distribution that summarizes the likelihood that a variable will take one of two independent values under a given set of parameters or assumptions.

Continuous Variables

Variables that can take an infinite number of values within a given range, including decimals and fractions.

Binomial Random Variable

A type of random variable that takes on a fixed number of possible outcomes, with each outcome having a constant probability of occurrence in each independent trial.

Normal Curve

A symmetric, bell-shaped curve representing the distribution of a set of data where most occurrences take place near the mean and probabilities for values taper off equally on both sides.