What can be said about homeostatic behaviors?
A) Homeostatic behaviors usually act to orient the animal in its environment.
B) Homeostatic behaviors act to stabilize the conditions within the body.
C) Homeostatic behaviors do not involve feedback mechanisms.
D) Homeostatic behaviors are involved in temperature regulation only.

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Homeostatic behaviors are behaviors that maintain or restore a stable internal environment within an organism. These behaviors act to stabilize the conditions within the body, helping to maintain homeostasis.

Answer: A and B 
 Homeostatic behaviors not only act to stabilize internal conditions but also serve to orient the animal in its environment. These behaviors help the organism to adjust to changing external conditions and maintain a stable internal environment.

Answer: D 
 Homeostatic behaviors are involved in regulating a variety of physiological processes, not just temperature regulation.

What Can Be Said About Homeostatic Behaviors