Alan Always Turns the Aquarium Light on Before Putting Fish

question 97

Multiple Choice

Alan always turns the aquarium light on before putting fish food into the tank. After a while, he notices that the fish swim to the top to look for the food as soon as he turns on the light. In this example, the ________ is the unconditioned stimulus.

• A)presence of Alan near the aquarium
• B)fish swimming to the top
• C)fish food
• D)aquarium light

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Definitions:

Organic

Pertaining to or derived from living organisms; in agriculture, involving food produced without the use of synthetic pesticides or fertilizers.

Deadweight Loss

The loss of economic efficiency that occurs when the equilibrium for a good or service is not achieved or is not achievable.

Profit-Maximizing

A strategy or approach aimed at achieving the highest possible profit from operations, often involving minimizing costs and maximizing revenues.

Negative Externality

A negative externality exists when a product or decision results in a negative effect on a third party not directly involved in the transaction.