If a Chimpanzee Learns That a Is Larger Than B,and

question 15

Multiple Choice

If a chimpanzee learns that A is larger than B,and B is larger than C,it may choose A when given a choice between A and C.This problem is a test of

• A)analogical reasoning
• B)transitive inference
• C)prospective coding
• D)serial pattern learning

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Definitions:

Empirical Reasoning

The process of using observation and experiment in the acquisition and analysis of data to form conclusions or make decisions.

Hypothesis

A suggested theory put forward based on minimal evidence to initiate more detailed research.

Null Hypothesis

A statement in statistical inference that proposes there is no significant effect or relationship between two measured phenomena.

Randomness Conjecture

A proposition suggesting that specific systems or sequences cannot be predicted due to their inherent randomness.