As an Evolutionary Theorist, Dr

question 137

Multiple Choice

As an evolutionary theorist, Dr. Zorba is most likely to believe that

• A) adaptive behaviors have a hereditary basis.
• B) cognitive issues are more important than social issues.
• C) an infant can only attach to its biological mother.
• D) trust underlies almost all human emotions.

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Definitions:

Seatbelt

A safety device fitted in vehicles, designed to secure the occupant against harmful movement that may result from sudden stops or impacts.

Skinner Box

Is a controlled environment used to observe and study the behavior of animals, especially in experiments involving operant conditioning.

Variable Ratio Schedule

A reinforcement schedule in operant conditioning where rewards are provided after an unpredictable number of responses, promoting high and steady rates of behavior.

Positive Reinforcement

A technique in behavior modification that involves providing a reward following a desired behavior to increase the likelihood of its recurrence.