While the Gene Knockout Procedure Has Been Shown to Result

question 38

Multiple Choice

While the gene knockout procedure has been shown to result in changes in behaviour,interpretation of the findings of this procedure must be made carefully since:

• A)few behaviours are controlled by only one gene
• B)the behaviour change is typically not permanent
• C)this research has elicited a host of ethical and moral issues
• D)there is little application of this research on animals with respect to humans

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Definitions:

Assimilation

The cognitive process of integrating new information into existing cognitive structures and beliefs.

Accommodation

The process by which the eye's lens changes shape to focus near or far objects on the retina or can also refer to adjustments made in beliefs or behavior in response to new information or experiences.

Schematic Restructuring

A cognitive process involving the reorganization or modification of mental structures to incorporate new information or experiences.

Secondary Circular Reactions

The repetition of actions that produce an interesting effect, part of Piaget's theory of cognitive development in infants, occurring roughly between 4 to 8 months of age.