Asked by Michelle Martin on May 04, 2024

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Which of the following is NOT one of the social functions of olfaction?

A) identification of young
B) identification of other group members
C) communicating the whereabouts of another member of your species
D) all of the above are social functions of olfaction

Social Functions

The roles or responsibilities of an entity or individual within a society that contribute to its operation and stability.

Olfaction

The sense of smell, a process by which the olfactory system detects and identifies odors.

Species Identification

The process of determining the exact species of an organism based on physical characteristics, genetic analysis, or other scientific methods.

  • Explain the social and functional roles of olfaction in humans and animals.
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vicky choudharyMay 09, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
All of the options listed are social functions of olfaction, so none of them should be excluded as the answer. Therefore, D is the correct answer as it implies that all the listed options are social functions of olfaction.