Inherited Traits and Learned Behaviors

A student knows that some likenesses between parents and offspring are inherited, passed from generation to generation. Which of the following is an example of an inherited trait in humans?

• eye color

• length of hair

• ability to read

• type of language spoken

Which is an example of a learned behavior?

• blinking
• riding a bike
• swallowing
• crying

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__________ develop when offspring observe or are taught a certain skill. 

• Learned Behaviors
• Instincts
• Skills
• Inherited Traits

________________ are physical traits passed down from adults to offspring through genetics. 

• Instincts
• Learned Behaviors
• Inherited Traits
• Skills

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Which trait does a puppy inherit from its parents?

• fur color and pattern
• food brand preference
• obedience to owner's commands
• knowledge of where the treats are kept

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All of the following are learned EXCEPT:

• reading a book
• sneezing
• using a knife and fork
• avoid poison ivy

The shape of the needles on a tree is 

• Learned 
• Inherited 

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A cat using a litter box is 

• learned 
• inherited 

Birds' beak size

• inherited

• acquired

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Which of the following is an example of a learned behavior? 

• Having dimples. 
• Having attached earlobes. 
• A racoon opening up a trashcan for food. 
• The shape of a leaf.