Sparrows Are Receptive to Learning Songs Only During a Sensitive

question 60

Multiple Choice

Sparrows are receptive to learning songs only during a sensitive period. What term best applies to this behavior?

• A)sign stimulus
• B)habituation
• C)imprinting
• D)classical conditioning
• E)operant conditioning

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Definitions:

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