Inherited Traits and Learned Behaviors

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What is an instinct?

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A natural behavior that an organism inherits.

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Is the following a learned behavior or inherited trait? size of your hands

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inherited trait

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Is the following a learned behavior or inherited trait? ability for a cheetah to run fast

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inherited trait

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Is the following a learned behavior or inherited trait? Sally likes playing catch.

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learned behavior

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What is an example of an inherited likeness in humans?

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eye color

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What are inherited traits?

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Characteristics passed from parents to offspring.

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What are learned behaviors?

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Behaviors that an organism obtains from experiences.

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Give an example of a learned behavior.

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Riding a bicycle.

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Give an example of an inherited trait in animals.

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Fur color in dogs.

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What is the difference between inherited traits and learned behaviors?

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Inherited traits are passed genetically, while learned behaviors are acquired through experience.