Date | May 2010 | Marks available | 3 | Reference code | 10M.3.SL.TZ2.15 |
Level | Standard level | Paper | Paper 3 | Time zone | Time zone 2 |
Command term | Distinguish | Question number | 15 | Adapted from | N/A |
Question
Distinguish, using examples, between innate behaviour and learned behaviour.
Using two examples, discuss how the process of learning can improve survival.
Markscheme
learned behaviour occurs as a result of experience (while innate is independent of environment);
innate behaviour is controlled by genes/inherited (while learned is not inherited);
correct example of both;
name of animal, how they learn and advantages for survival;
name of another animal, how they learn and advantages for survival;
e.g. grizzly bears by operant conditioning/practise how to catch salmon providing needed food supply;
goslings learn who their mother is/imprinting, avoid predators by staying near mother;
Examiners report
N/A
Connecting the learning to survival seemed difficult for some. It seemed that everyone knew about the hedgehogs crossing the roads.