Why Do Researchers Study an Organism's Performance If They Are

question 43

Multiple Choice

Why do researchers study an organism's performance if they are really interested in whether or not the organism has learned?

• A)Performance and learning are equivalent.
• B)Only performance involves a change in behaviour or behaviour potential.
• C)Performance changes before learning has occurred.
• D)Learning cannot ordinarily be directly observed.

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Definitions:

Generativity Versus Isolation

A stage in Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development where middle-aged adults face the challenge of contributing to the next generation or feeling disconnected and isolated.

Psychic Energy

A concept in psychology referring to the force or power that drives human behavior, emotions, and thought processes.

Isolation

The state of being separated from others, which can lead to feelings of loneliness and disconnectedness.

Negative Identity

A concept related to identity development, where an individual may define themselves by what they are not, often as a response to societal pressures or expectations.