Inherited Traits and Learned Behaviors

What are inherited genetic traits?

• Physical traits acquired during an individual's lifetime.

• Characteristics or features passed down from parents to offspring through genes.

• Characteristics that are not influenced by genetics.

• Traits that are determined solely by the environment.

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Give an example of an inherited genetic trait.

• Eye color

• Favorite food

• Height

• Hair color

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What are acquired learned behaviors?

• Behaviors inherited from parents.

• Behaviors determined by genetics.

• Behaviors influenced by culture.

• Behaviors developed through experience or interaction with the environment.

Provide an example of an acquired learned behavior.

• Driving a car.

• Swimming.

• Riding a bicycle

• Playing a musical instrument.

True or False: Inherited traits are passed down from parents to offspring through genes.

• True

• Inherited traits are determined by the environment

• Inherited traits are acquired during an organism's lifetime

• False

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True or False: Learned behaviors are not influenced by the environment.

• Partially true

• Not enough information

• False

• True

What is the main difference between inherited traits and learned behaviors?

• Inherited traits are passed down from parents, while learned behaviors are not

• Inherited traits are permanent, while learned behaviors can change over time

• The main difference between inherited traits and learned behaviors is that inherited traits are determined by genetics, while learned behaviors are acquired through experience.

• Inherited traits are instinctual, while learned behaviors are conscious choices

How do learned behaviors help organisms survive and adapt?

• Organisms are born with all the necessary skills and knowledge to survive and adapt.

• Learned behaviors help organisms survive and adapt by allowing them to acquire new skills and knowledge through experience.

• Learned behaviors have no impact on an organism's survival and adaptation.

• Learned behaviors only benefit organisms in controlled environments.

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Give an example of a behavior that is both inherited and learned.

• Sleeping

• Breathing

• Walking

• Language acquisition

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