Some Dogs Love Attention, and Frodo the Beagle Learns That

question 10

Multiple Choice

Some dogs love attention, and Frodo the beagle learns that if he barks, he gets attention. Which of the following might you use to describe this behavior?

• A) The dog is displaying an instinctive fixed action pattern.
• B) The dog is trying to protect its territory.
• C) The dog has been classically conditioned.
• D) The dog's behavior is a result of operant conditioning.

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Definitions:

Prototype

An early sample, model, or release of a product built to test a concept or process, serving as a prototype to validate designs before final production.

Test Participants

Individuals who take part in a test or experiment, often to provide data for research or product development.

Post-test Interviews

Interviews conducted after an experimental test to gather participants' feedback and understanding about the test.

Guided Evaluation

A structured method of assessing something with the assistance or direction of a guide or set of criteria.