Learned Behavior

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What is learned behavior?

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Learned behavior is a type of behavior that an organism acquires through experience or observation, rather than being inherited.

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What is inherited behavior?

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Inherited behavior is a behavior that is passed down from parents to offspring through genes, not learned from the environment.

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Give an example of an inherited trait in plants.

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Tallness in plants is an inherited trait.

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Which animal is known for learning behaviors?

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Rabbits are known for learning behaviors.

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What is an example of a learned behavior in animals?

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A monkey riding a bicycle is an example of a learned behavior.

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What does it mean to adapt to an environment?

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To adapt to an environment means to change behaviors or traits in response to environmental challenges.

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Can plants learn behaviors?

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No, plants cannot learn behaviors; they grow based on inherited traits.

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What is an example of an inherited trait in animals?

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Spines on a cactus are an inherited trait.

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What is the difference between learned and inherited behaviors?

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Learned behaviors are acquired through experience, while inherited behaviors are genetic and passed down from parents.

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How do raccoons demonstrate learned behavior?

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Raccoons have learned to open lids of garbage cans, showing their ability to adapt to urban environments.