This Concept Refers to the Extent to Which a Behavior

question 10

Multiple Choice

This concept refers to the extent to which a behavior or an underlying ability develops without respect to the environment.

• A) fixation
• B) learning
• C) canalization
• D) maturation

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Definitions:

Validity

The extent to which a concept, conclusion, or measurement is well-founded and corresponds accurately to the real world.

Case Studies

In-depth analyses of a single event, situation, or individual to explore causation and find underlying principles.

Hypotheses

Proposed explanations made on the basis of limited evidence as a starting point for further investigation.

Observational Studies

Research methods where the investigator passively observes and records behavior without influencing the subjects.