Inherited Vs Learned

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What is an inherited trait?

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An inherited trait is a characteristic or feature that is passed down from parents to their offspring through genes, such as eye color or height.

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What is a learned behavior?

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A learned behavior is an action or response that an individual acquires through experience or practice, such as riding a bike or speaking a language.

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Give an example of an inherited trait in animals.

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An example of an inherited trait in animals is a dog's fur color.

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Give an example of a learned behavior in humans.

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An example of a learned behavior in humans is learning to play a musical instrument.

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What is the difference between inherited traits and learned behaviors?

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Inherited traits are genetic characteristics passed from parents, while learned behaviors are acquired through interaction with the environment.

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Which of the following is an inherited trait: height or language?

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Height is an inherited trait.

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Which of the following is a learned behavior: food preference or eye color?

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Food preference is a learned behavior.

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What is an example of a behavior that is NOT learned?

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An example of a behavior that is NOT learned is a reflex action, like blinking.

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Can plants have inherited traits? Give an example.

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Yes, plants can have inherited traits. An example is the ability to produce seeds.

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What is an example of a learned behavior in animals?

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An example of a learned behavior in animals is a dog learning to shake hands.