One proposed adaptive function of learned taste aversion is:
A)To decrease the amount of fat consumed in the diet
B)To avoid non-nutritive items
C)To increase the variety of food items chosen
D)So organisms are not restricted to a single taste in their diet

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Learned taste aversion helps animals avoid consuming non-nutritive items that may be toxic or harmful. By associating a specific taste with illness, animals are less likely to consume those items in the future.

One Proposed Adaptive Function of Learned Taste Aversion Is