Which of the Following Is Necessary When Using Animal Models

question 11

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is necessary when using animal models to study human behavior?

• A)One must assume that the animal in question is like humans.
• B)The animal behavior must be as complex as human behavior.
• C)One must identify a relevant similarity between the animal model and the human behavior of interest.
• D)The animal behavior must be similar to human behavior in most respects.

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