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bobbie

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Which of the following best describes the relationship between evolutionary forces and behavior?
 
  a. Evolutionary forces influence simple physical traits and simple behaviors, but not complex behaviors.
  b. Although behavior is complex, evolutionary forces influence both physical traits and behavior.
  c. Because behaviors have no genetic component, evolutionary forces are irrelevant in shaping behavior.
  d. The idea that evolutionary forces can mold behavior has come to light only in the last decade.

Question 2

Which of the following is evidence of the adaptation of the contemporary human brain?
 
  a. Brain size has gradually increased over the last 6,000 years.
  b. Genes involved with brain development appear to have changed as recently as 6,000 years ago.
  c. Compared with non-human primates, the human brain uses oxygen more efficiently.
  d. Although the brain comprises only about 2 of the bodys weight, it requires about 15 of the bodys resources when at rest.


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Reply #1 on: Jun 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANSWER:
b

Answer to Question 2

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bobbie

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Reply #2 on: Jun 19, 2018
Thank you!


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Reply #3 on: Jun 19, 2018
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