Why Are Zoos Reluctant to Take Unwanted Exotic Pets

question 3

Multiple Choice

Why are zoos reluctant to take unwanted exotic pets?

• A)The federal government has passed laws preventing zoos from accepting them.
• B)The international agreement for exotic pet trade has a provision against it.
• C)Animals of unknown origin cannot be displayed in federally funded zoos.
• D)These pets have the potential for introducing disease and parasites.

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Definitions:

Undesirable Behavior

Actions or conduct by an individual or group that are considered harmful or inappropriate within a specific context or society.

Reinforcement

A principle in behavioral psychology where the probability of a behavior is increased through rewards or decreased through punishment.

Punishment

The imposition of a penalty as retribution for an offense or wrongdoing.

Contingency

Refers to a future event or circumstance that is possible but cannot be predicted with certainty.