Which one of the following behaviors is a defining attribute for the concept “bird”?
A. Building nests
B. Eating insects
C. Growing feathers
D. Vocalizing its territorial boundaries
Answer:C
Which one of the following behaviors is a defining attribute for the concept “bird”?
A. Building nests B. Eating insects C. Growing feathers D. Vocalizing its territorial boundaries
Explanation: C) A defining attribute of a concept is a distinctive feature. For birds, the growth of feathers is the only distinctive feature of the choices listed. Building nests, eating insects, and territorial vocalization apply to many other animals.