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AP Biologyhardmcq1 pt

European honeybees perform a specific sequence of movements, often referred to as a 'waggle dance,' to communicate the location of a nectar source to other bees in the hive. The angle of the dance relative to the sun indicates direction, while the duration of the dance indicates distance. This behavior is best described as:

Explanation

Core Concept

A fixed action pattern (FAP) is an instinctive behavioral sequence that is highly stereotyped and once initiated, runs to completion. The waggle dance is an innate, complex sequence performed uniformly across the species.

Correct Answer

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