Question

which of the following best defines homeostasis?
the ability of an organism to find its own food.
the maintenance of an organism’s internal environment within certain limits.
the ability of an organism to find a mate.

question 6
2 pts
you have learned that researchers collect qualitative & quantitative data throughout an experiment. identify the statement below that is quantitative.
the puppy has big paws.
the puppy has big paws and will be a big dog when it is grown.
the puppy’s paws are 3.5 inches in diameter.

Explanation:

First Question (Defining Homeostasis)

Homeostasis is defined as the maintenance of an organism's internal environment within certain limits to ensure stability. The first option is about finding food (related to nutrition/feeding behavior), the third is about finding a mate (related to reproduction behavior), while the second option matches the definition of homeostasis.

Quantitative data involves numbers/measurements. "The puppy has big paws" and "The puppy has big paws and will be a big dog when it is grown" are qualitative (descriptive). "The puppy’s paws are 3.5 inches in diameter" includes a numerical measurement, so it's quantitative.

Answer:

B. The maintenance of an organism’s internal environment within certain limits.

Second Question (Identifying Quantitative Data)