The ________ Suggests That Speciation Occurs in Brief Spurts

question 25

Multiple Choice

The ________ suggests that speciation occurs in brief spurts.

• A) adaptive model of the origin of species
• B) allopatric speciation model
• C) gradual model of the origin of species
• D) punctuated equilibrium model

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Definitions:

Positively Reinforced

The process of increasing the likelihood of a behavior by following it with a desirable outcome or reward.

Unpleasant Stimulus

A negative or harmful stimulus that causes discomfort or aversion in an individual.

Punished

The act of imposing a penalty or negative consequence on someone or something as a result of their behavior or actions.

Operant Conditioning

A learning process through which behavior is shaped and maintained by consequences, including rewards and punishments.