On a Four-Category Simultaneous Discrimination Experiment, Pigeons Demonstrated Their Categorical

question 69

Multiple Choice

On a four-category simultaneous discrimination experiment, pigeons demonstrated their categorical knowledge by pecking on

• A) each of four pictured examples in the order in which the categories had been learned.
• B) one of four available keys that was consistently associated with one of four concepts.
• C) a category example different from four shown on each block of four trials.
• D) the best example of a category from four shown on each trial.

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Definitions:

Social Motives

Social motives are the psychological reasons behind individuals' desires to form and maintain relationships, participate in social groups, and seek acceptance and approval from others.

Cognitive Dissonance

A psychological conflict resulting from holding contradictory beliefs, values, or attitudes, typically leading to anxiety or behavioral change.

Intellectual Curiosity

A strong desire to acquire knowledge and understanding, driven by interest and a love of learning.