A genetically programmed bit of behavior that occurs when circumstances are appropriate and that requires no learning of the behavior is called:
A) reproductive value
B) instinct
C) ethological action pattern
D) natural selection

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An instinct is a behavior that is genetically programmed and does not require learning. The other answer choices are not fitting descriptions for this definition.

A Genetically Programmed Bit of Behavior That Occurs When Circumstances