A Circus Trainer Uses Shaping to Train a Bear to Spin

question 50

Multiple Choice

A circus trainer uses shaping to train a bear to spin a ball on its nose.This means that the trainer will:

• A) force the bear to place its head under the ball.
• B) start by reinforcing the bear if it moves toward the ball.
• C) deprive the bear of food and water until it makes the appropriate response.
• D) show the bear how to balance the ball by modeling the behavior.

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Definitions:

Iliac Crest

The upper margin of the iliac bones, which forms the prominent part of the pelvic hip bone.

Lower Lumbar

Referring to the lower part of the lumbar region of the back, which includes the lower vertebrae of the spine.

Quadratus Lumborum

A muscle in the lower back that helps with the movement of the spine as well as stabilizes the pelvis.

Transversus Abdominis

A muscle layer of the anterior and lateral abdominal wall which is deep to (layered below) the internal oblique muscle.