AP BIOLOGY

ANIMAL BEHAVIOR

INTRODUCTION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Some behaviors develop without depending on learning or experience are called ____
A
innate behaviors.
B
learned behaviors.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Innate behaviors do not have to be learned or practiced. They are also called instinctive behaviors. An instinct is the ability of an animal to perform a behavior the first time it is exposed to the proper stimulus. For example, a dog will drool the first time-and every time-it is exposed to food.

Detailed explanation-2: -In general, a learned behavior is one that an organism develops as a result of experience. Learned behaviors contrast with innate behaviors, which are genetically hardwired and can be performed without any prior experience or training.

Detailed explanation-3: -Just about all human behaviors are learned. Learned behavior is behavior that occurs only after experience or practice. Learned behavior has an advantage over innate behavior: it is more flexible. Learned behavior can be changed if conditions change.

Detailed explanation-4: -Innate behavior is controlled by genetics. These behaviors produce responses that are automatic without any prior experience. Several animal movements are innate, meaning they are genetically programmed. These behaviors are often in response to stimuli.

Detailed explanation-5: -Innate learning is basically what we refer to as instincts.

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