Rosa, a Writer, Has a Computer in Her Office

question 9

Multiple Choice

Rosa, a writer, has a computer in her office. She has a copyright on her most recent work, a memoir of her trip through South America. The memoir has been successful and given her much public goodwill. Her tangible personal property includes

• A) the computer.
• B) the copyright.
• C) the trip.
• D) the goodwill.

Recognize the contributions of mutations and natural selection to species evolution.

Appreciate the role of evolutionary psychology in explaining human behavior and traits.

Understand the concept of epigenetics and its implications for gene expression without altering DNA.

Understand the basic principles of evolutionary psychology.

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Definitions:

Secondary Reinforcers

Stimuli that have no inherent value but become reinforcing through their association with primary reinforcers.

Stimulus Generalization

The tendency for stimuli similar to those used during learning to elicit a reaction similar to the learned response.

Habituation

The decrease in response to a stimulus after repeated exposure, indicating a form of learning or adaptation.

Learning Curve

A graphical representation of how an increase in learning comes from greater experience; or, the concept that practice can make tasks easier and more efficient over time.