Learned Behavior Is Less Prone to Extinction If It Is

question 172

Multiple Choice

Learned behavior is less prone to extinction if it is conditioned by ____________ reinforcement.

• A) partial
• B) negative
• C) delayed
• D) continuous

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Definitions:

Genes

Basic units of heredity in living organisms, made up of DNA, that influence specific characteristics or traits.

Phylum

A phylum is a major taxonomic category in the classification of living organisms, ranking above class and below kingdom, grouping together organisms with a shared body plan or significant similarities in structure or ancestry.

Taxonomic Category

A level or rank in the system of classifying organisms, such as species, genus, family, etc., used in biological classification to organize the diversity of life.

Family

A social unit of individuals related by blood, marriage, or adoption, living together or maintaining close emotional ties.