The Neural Circuit That Allows a Male Stickleback Fish to Orient

question 72

Multiple Choice

The neural circuit that allows a male stickleback fish to orient and behave aggressively towards an inanimate object with a red stripe is an example of a(n)

• A)sign stimulus.
• B)fixed action pattern.
• C)innate releasing mechanism.
• D)supernormal stimulus.
• E)stimulus-response chain.

Assess the psychological and social implications of gender and sexual development on individual well-being.

Understand the concept of gender typing and its influences on behavior and social expectations.

Recognize the role of gender schemas in shaping individual identity and societal roles.

Identify the characteristics and implications of androgyny in personal and social contexts.

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Definitions:

Observations

The action or process of closely monitoring or noting phenomena to gather data or arrive at conclusions.

Verifiable

Capable of being proven true or accurate through evidence or demonstration.

Study of Behaviour

The scientific investigation of actions or reactions of humans or animals in response to external or internal stimuli.

Consciousness

The state of being awake and aware of one's surroundings, thoughts, feelings, and self.