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Which scientist proposed the theory of acquired characteristics?
Which scientist proposed the theory of acquired characteristics?
- Lamarck (correct)
- Demosthenes
- Charles Lyell
- Darwin
What is the main focus of Operant Conditioning Theories?
What is the main focus of Operant Conditioning Theories?
- Structural changes
- Biodiversity
- Ontogenetic causes (correct)
- Evolutionary change
Which observation influenced the idea that the Earth is older than previously thought?
Which observation influenced the idea that the Earth is older than previously thought?
- Structures have a purpose
- Change due to natural forces (correct)
- Biodiversity
- Organic structures change over time
What is the main idea behind the concept of descent with modification?
What is the main idea behind the concept of descent with modification?
What is the key influence for artificial selection?
What is the key influence for artificial selection?
According to Thomas Malthus, what are the four necessary conditions for natural selection?
According to Thomas Malthus, what are the four necessary conditions for natural selection?
What is the focus of proximate explanations in psychology?
What is the focus of proximate explanations in psychology?
What do ultimate explanations in psychology address?
What do ultimate explanations in psychology address?
What is the process by which the form and behavior of organisms in a population that are best adapted to the environment increase in frequency relative to less well adaptive forms?
What is the process by which the form and behavior of organisms in a population that are best adapted to the environment increase in frequency relative to less well adaptive forms?
According to Thomas Malthus, what is the struggle for existence driven by?
According to Thomas Malthus, what is the struggle for existence driven by?
