GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

GK

BIOLOGY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Most highly intelligent mammals are
A
whales
B
dolphins
C
elephants
D
kangaroos
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Dolphins are the most intelligent mammals on earth. Studies show that they are capable of complex problem solving and have the ability to learn as an individual. They can also pass the knowledge on to others. Dolphins have highly-developed brains.

Detailed explanation-2: -Although dolphins and whales are extremely intelligent, they don’t quite possess the prowess or intelligence that humans have.

Detailed explanation-3: -Experts on marine mammals say that dolphins-including “killer whales, ‘’ which are more properly called orcas-rank among the most intelligent species on the planet.

Detailed explanation-4: -Whale and dolphin brains contain specialized brain cells called spindle neurons. These are associated with advanced abilities such as recognising, remembering, reasoning, communicating, perceiving, adapting to change, problem-solving and understanding. So it seems they are deep thinkers!

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