The Symbols +, -, and O Are to Be Used

question 14

Multiple Choice

The symbols +, -, and o are to be used to show the results of interactions between individuals and groups of individuals in the examples that follow. The symbol + denotes a positive interaction, - denotes a negative interaction, and o denotes where individuals are not affected by interacting. The first symbol refers to the first organism mentioned.
-What interactions exist between cellulose-digesting organisms in the gut of a termite and the termite?

• A) +/+
• B) +/o
• C) +/-
• D) o/o
• E) -/-

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Definitions:

Unconditioned Response

An automatic, natural reaction to a stimulus that occurs without any need for prior learning or conditioning.

Unconditioned Stimulus

In classical conditioning, a stimulus that naturally and automatically triggers a response without the need for prior learning.

Conditioned Response

A learned reaction to a specific stimulus as a result of repeated exposure, often studied in the context of classical conditioning.

Unconditioned Stimulus

A stimulus that naturally and automatically triggers a response without any prior learning.