Respond to the following statements in reference to the five kinds of behavior listed below.
-A garter snake learns to avoid dangerous or unpalatable prey. This is an example of __________.
A)imprinting
B)sexual selection
C)learned behavior
D)defense behavior
E)altruism

Question

Respond to the following statements in reference to the five kinds of behavior listed below.
-A garter snake learns to avoid dangerous or unpalatable prey. This is an example of __________.
A)​imprinting
B)​sexual selection
C)​learned behavior
D)​defense behavior
E)​altruism

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The statement describes a behavior that is learned as a result of experience, rather than a behavior that is innate or instinctive (such as imprinting, defense behavior, or altruism). Sexual selection is the process by which certain traits evolve as a result of competition for mates, and it does not apply in this context.

Respond to the Following Statements in Reference to the Five