Traits

One trait that can be passed from parent to offspring is earlobe shape. It is an​ (a)   trait that is passed through ​ (b)   ,.

• inherited
• genes
• acquired
• learning behaviors

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Parents with freckles often have children with freckles. This occurs because​ ​ (a)  

• freckles are an inherited trait
• freckles develop from light
• certain foods cause freckles
• certain habits cause freckles

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When a dog performs a specific action on command, such as sitting, the action is an example of​ (a)  

• learned behavior
• inherited behavior
• instinctive behavior
• environmental behavior

Most species of ducks have webbed feet. The webbed feet are an example of​ (a)  

• an inherited trait
• a behavioral trait
• a learned trait
• an instrinctive trait

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Hawks have sharp claws called talons that help them capture prey. Talons are best described as​ (a)  

• an inherited trait
• a genetic mutation
• a behavioral adaptation
• an acquired characteristic

In some U.S. national parks, black bears have lost their fear of humans and look for food near campsites along the roadside. This is an example of an animal​ (a)  

• learning a new behavior
• becoming an herbivore
• using its inherited traits
• finding a new ecosystem

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In an experiment, a scientist named Pavlov rang a bell before he fed his dogs, which made the dogs drool. Soon the dogs would drool when they heard the bell, even if they did not receive any food. The response that the dogs exhibited was​ (a)  

• a learned behavior
• an instinct
• an inherited trait
• a conscious behavior

A young ocean animal has two parents. Each of the parents has eight arms. How many arms does the young animal most likely have?

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Which behavior is a learned behavior?

• eating with a fork

• shivering when it is cold

• squinting your eyes in bright light

• developing a fever when you are sick

Which physical characteristic of a puppy is most likely inherited from its parents?

• coat color

• desire to play fetch

• body weight

• ability to follow commands

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