When a Previously Defeated Hamster Continues to Exhibit Submissive Displays

question 100

Multiple Choice

When a previously defeated hamster continues to exhibit submissive displays, this behavior is known as ________.

• A) conditioned defeat
• B) learned helplessness
• C) anticipatory contrast
• D) dominance confusion

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Definitions:

Sampling Distribution

The likelihood distribution derived from a certain statistic using a random sample.

Standard Error

Standard error measures the dispersion or accuracy of sample statistics compared to the true population parameter, usually in mean calculations.

Random Sample

A subset of individuals chosen from a larger set (population) where each individual has an equal chance of being selected.

Sampling Distribution

The probability distribution of a statistic obtained through a large number of samples drawn from a specific population.