Robert Johnston (1993) Tested Whether or Not an Observer Hamster

question 21

Multiple Choice

Robert Johnston (1993) tested whether or not an observer hamster could distinguish between two other hamsters, hamster A and hamster B. He used the __________ tests to measure this ability.

• A) pheromone identification
• B) preferential pheromone
• C) habituation/dishabituation
• D) pheromone discrimination

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Definitions:

Attractiveness

Refers to the quality of being visually pleasing or appealing to the senses.

Devaluation

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Master and Mistress

Traditional terms used to denote the male and female heads or dominant individuals in hierarchical relationships, often within historical, BDSM, or servitude contexts.

Female Gender

The social and cultural roles, behaviors, activities deemed appropriate for individuals identifying as women or girls.