In the context of Tinbergen's "four questions," which of the following would be considered a question about ultimate cause?
A) Is a trait shared among species that live in similar environments?
B) How does a trait develop in an animal, from birth to adulthood?
C) How does a trait emerge as a result of hormone levels?
D) What brain regions are associated with a trait?

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Tinbergen's question about ultimate cause refers to the evolutionary reasons for a trait's existence, particularly how it contributes to survival and reproduction. A trait shared among species in similar environments suggests an evolutionary adaptation to those environments, fitting the category of an ultimate cause question.

In the Context of Tinbergen's "Four Questions," Which of the Following