Q9 Identifying Alternative Hypotheses 5 4 Points Observation Secretarybirds Are Large African Raptors That Hunt Ground 1 (163.22 KiB) Viewed 15 times
Q9 Identifying Alternative Hypotheses 5 4 Points Observation: Secretarybirds are large African raptors that hunt ground dwelling prey such as lizards and snakes. Unlike other birds in their order such as Eagles and Hawks, Secretarybirds hunt by kicking their prey with their exceptionally long legs. Question: Why do Secretarybirds hunt by kicking their prey? Hypothesis: The long legs of the Secretarybird are heavily scaled and can resist dangerous snake bites. Examine the following statements and indicate which are alternatives to the above hypothesis and which are not alternatives Q9.1 Kicking is an effective method for hunting a large variety of available prey species. 1 Point Alternative Hypothesis Non-Alternative Hypothesis Q9.2 Young Secretarybirds practice kicking smaller less dangerous prey in order to accurately and effectively hunt snakes. 1 Point Alternative Hypothesis Non-Alternative Hypothesis
Q9.3 The ability to hunt terrestrially with kicks is a recently derived trait, as none of the Secretarybird's close relatives exhibit this behavior. 1 Point O Alternative Hypothesis O Non-Alternative Hypothesis Q9.4 Kicks provides tactile feedback to the Secretarybird letting it know if it's prey is still a potential threat and in need of more kicking. 1 Point O Alternative Hypothesis O Non-Alternative Hypothesis
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