With respect to social organization, some barnyard animals exhibit signs of a dominance-submission hierarchy. Which of the following terms best communicates such a hierarchy?
A) dog-eat-dog
B) pecking order
C) follow-the-leader
D) king-of-the-hill

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"Pecking order" is a common term used to describe the dominance-submission hierarchy seen in barnyard animals, where the higher-ranking animals get to eat or drink resources first, and lower-ranking animals must wait their turn. The other options, such as "dog-eat-dog" and "king-of-the-hill," may be used to describe competitive or aggressive behavior, but they do not specifically relate to social hierarchies. "Follow-the-leader" could also apply to social organization, but it does not necessarily imply dominance or submission.

With Respect to Social Organization, Some Barnyard Animals Exhibit Signs