The diversity seen in behavior among closely related species is most likely due to ecological pressures. Similar behaviors seen in distantly related species is likely due to convergence. Which of the following research methods utilizes these concepts as its foundation?
A) Comparative
B) Blind
C) Double blind
D) Observation

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Comparative research compares and contrasts different species to identify similarities and differences. In this case, the concept of ecological pressures and convergence are used as a foundation for understanding the differences and similarities in behavior among different species. Blind and double-blind research methods are specifically related to experimental designs involving human subjects, while observation is a more general research method that may or may not involve comparisons between different species.

The Diversity Seen in Behavior Among Closely Related Species Is