Question

the fact that older locusts use less energy to fly than younger locusts suggests that _______
a. younger locusts are incapable of flying efficiently
b. efficient flying is an innate behavior that is only apparent in some locusts
c. the older locusts have learned a more efficient way to fly
d. flying is a learned behavior that the younger locusts must practice

please select the best answer from the choices provided

a
b
c
d

Explanation:

Analyze the behavioral difference

The observation states that older locusts use less energy to fly than younger locusts. This change in efficiency over time indicates that experience or practice plays a role in how they fly.

Evaluate the options

• Option A suggests younger locusts are completely incapable of flying efficiently, which is too absolute.
• Option B suggests efficient flying is an innate behavior only present in some locusts, which does not explain why the difference correlates consistently with age.
• Option C states that older locusts have learned a more efficient way to fly, directly linking the age-related improvement in efficiency to learning.
• Option D suggests flying itself is a learned behavior, but basic flight is actually innate in locusts; only the efficiency of the flight is refined through learning.

Select the best option

Option C is the most accurate conclusion because it correctly identifies that the improvement in flight efficiency over time is a result of learning.

Answer:

• A. younger locusts are incapable of flying efficiently
• B. efficient flying is an innate behavior that is only apparent in some locusts
• C. the older locusts have learned a more efficient way to fly (Correct answer)
• D. flying is a learned behavior that the younger locusts must practice