Naturalistic Observation Is ____________________

question 58

Multiple Choice

Naturalistic observation is ____________________.

• A)re-creating natural conditions in the laboratory as closely as possible to make an experiment more valid
• B)studying behavior in its natural context
• C)basically the same process as objective introspection
• D)observing behavior in the lab without taking formal notes or using technological equipment to measure the experiment findings

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Definitions:

Cowbirds

Brood parasitic birds known for laying their eggs in the nests of other bird species, who then raise the cowbird chicks at the expense of their own offspring.

Mafia Hypothesis

A theory suggesting that certain animals, like some birds, may engage in retaliatory behavior against individuals who do not cooperate with them, akin to human "mafia" tactics.

Carotenoid Pigments

Organic pigments found in plants and certain algae and bacteria, responsible for the red, yellow, and orange colors in many fruits and vegetables, and important for photosynthesis and human health.

Signal Of Quality Hypothesis

A theory suggesting that certain traits or behaviors in animals serve as indicators of an individual's genetic quality or overall fitness to potential mates.