Which of the Following Is an Example of a Behavior

question 67

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of a behavior learned through operant conditioning?

• A)A rabbit freezes at the sight of a predator
• B)A rat freezes when hearing a tone that was previously followed by an electric shock
• C)A rat learns that pushing the left lever produces a food pellet
• D)A dog salivates when presented with food

Acknowledge the ethical considerations involved in conducting research with children.

Recognize the utility of converging methods and the importance of external and internal validity in research findings.

Understand the conceptual and practical differences between experimental and observational studies.

Comprehend the concept of a cohort effect and its implications on research validity.

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Definitions:

Common Ancestor

The latest common ancestor shared directly by all members in a specific group.

Organisms

Any individual living thing that can react to stimuli, reproduce, grow, and maintain homeostasis.

DNA Sequences

The precise order of nucleotides within a DNA molecule, which determines the genetic information carried by that DNA.

Molecular Data

Information obtained from the analysis of the molecular structure of biological substances, such as DNA, RNA, and proteins, used for studying genetic relationships and evolutionary patterns.