Which of the following statements is NOT true about fixed action patterns (FAPs)?
A)All the members of a species perform the exact same sequence of behaviors.
B)The behavior pattern is stereotyped.
C)Many behaviors thought to be fixed action patterns have been shown to develop after practice.
D)The fixed action pattern was considered to be initiated by a sign stimulus.
E)FAPs are strictly the result of the expression of particular genes.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

FAPs are not strictly the result of the expression of particular genes. While genetics play a role in the development of FAPs, many FAPs also involve learning and experience, and can vary in their expression based on environmental factors.

Which of the Following Statements Is NOT True About Fixed