Ethological Theorists Draw a Parallel Between Imprinting in Other Animals

question 29

Multiple Choice

Ethological theorists draw a parallel between imprinting in other animals and _____ in humans.

• A) the extended period of immaturity
• B) play preferences of males and females
• C) innate visual preferences for an oval shape with more components in the top half
• D) the critical period for attachment

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