Which of the following provides the most direct evidence for the existence of cognitive maps in animals?
A)A rat takes the longer yet only the effective route out of a maze when his direct path is blocked.
B)A sea lion is able to retrieve a test missile that has been fired into the ocean.
C)A police dog locates a piece of luggage that contains illegal drugs.
D)A coyote develops an aversion to sheep after sheep meat has been paired with lithium chloride.

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Cognitive maps allow animals to visualize and navigate their environment, even when direct paths are blocked. The rat's ability to find an alternative route demonstrates this mental mapping capability.

Which of the Following Provides the Most Direct Evidence for the Existence