Mader, Biology © 2016, 12e (Reinforced Binding) AP Focus Review Guide (AP BIOLOGY MADER)
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Chapter 43, Problem 13A
The observation that male bowebirds decorate their nests with blue objects favored by
females can best be associated with
a. insight learning.
b. imprinting.
c. sexual selection.
d. altruism.
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