With respect to social organization, some barnyard animals exhibit signs of a dominance-submission hierarchy. Which of the following terms best illustrates such a hierarchy?

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The term "pecking order" specifically refers to a social hierarchy among birds (and by extension, other animals) where individuals are ranked by their level of dominance, often observed through behaviors such as pecking. This concept is directly applicable to barnyard animals and their social organization.

With Respect to Social Organization, Some Barnyard Animals Exhibit Signs