Which of the Following Is an Example of Imprinting

question 206

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of imprinting?

• A) A 2-year-old poodle approaches a stranger who calls it.
• B) A 4-year-old boy imitates aggression he sees on television.
• C) A duckling demonstrates attachment to a bouncing ball.
• D) A 3-year-old girl is simultaneously learning two languages.

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Definitions:

Objective Food Binge

An excessive eating episode where the amount of food consumed is objectively large, distinct from perceptions of overeating.

DSM-5

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, is a handbook used by healthcare professionals for diagnosing mental disorders.

Prognosis

The prediction of the likely course and outcome of a disease or condition, often based on the average progress in similar cases.

Bulimia Nervosa

An eating disorder characterized by episodes of binge eating followed by compensatory behaviors such as purging or excessive exercise.