Which of the Following Defines or Explains Adaptation

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which of the following defines or explains adaptation?

• A) The magnitude of a receptor response increases over time to a continuous stimulus.
• B) The magnitude of a receptor response decreases over time to a continuous stimulus.
• C) The stimulus is sent to the thalamus and redirected to the brainstem.
• D) None of the above defines or explains adaptation.

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Definitions:

Authority and Social-Order

Refers to the ways in which societal norms and regulations are upheld through the exercise of power and authority, influencing behavior and social structures.

Universal Moral Principles

Fundamental ethical guidelines that are believed to be universal and inherent to human nature, guiding moral conduct across different cultures and contexts.

Obedience and Punishment

A stage in moral development where individuals follow rules to avoid punishment and believe that authority figures dictate what is correct behavior.

Gradual Transition

A process of change that happens slowly over time, moving from one state or condition to another.