Which statement about imprinting of mother goats on their offspring is false?
A) The critical period lasts for only about 10 minutes after giving birth.
B) The critical period is associated with peaking levels of oxytocin.
C) Mother goats learn the olfactory cues of newborns.
D) Direct contact with young is unnecessary.
E) Imprinting on offspring is important because goats live in herds.

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Direct contact with young is actually necessary for mother goats to imprint on their offspring. During this period of imprinting, the mother goat will lick and nuzzle her young, creating a bond between them that will last.

Which Statement About Imprinting of Mother Goats on Their Offspring