Which Alternative Below CORRECTLY Identifies a Sea Slug's Behavior

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Multiple Choice

Which alternative below CORRECTLY identifies a sea slug's behavior?

• A) A sea slug withdraws its gill and siphon when it is touched. Several touches later, it no longer withdraws its gill and siphon -- habituation
• B) A sea slug withdraws its gill and siphon when it is touched. Several touches later, it no longer withdraws its gill and siphon -- extinction
• C) A sea slug withdraws its gill and siphon when it is shocked with electricity. It still withdraws its gill and siphon when it is then touched lightly -- habituation
• D) A sea slug withdraws its gill and siphon when it is shocked with electricity. It still withdraws its gill and siphon when it is then touched lightly -- conditioning

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