Which of the Following Is the Most Important and Most

question 49

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the most important and most general characteristic of endotherms adapted to cold climates compared with those adapted to warm climates?

• A) Higher basal metabolic rates
• B) Higher Q₁₀ values
• C) Brown fat
• D) Greater insulation
• E) Ability to hibernate

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Definitions:

Cognitive Development

Refers to the progressive and ongoing growth of perception, memory, imagination, and problem-solving skills.

Concrete Operational

A stage in Piaget's theory of cognitive development, occurring roughly between the ages of 7 and 12, during which children gain the ability to think logically about concrete events.

Sensorimotor

Referring to a developmental stage in children characterized by the coordination of sensory experiences with motor actions.

Behavioral Perspective

An approach in psychology focusing on observable behaviors and the ways in which they are learned through interactions with the environment.