How Would an Empiricist Explain How You Learned That Dogs

question 33

Multiple Choice

How would an empiricist explain how you learned that dogs are both mammals and animals, that is, both animals belong in many categories?

• A) You formed multiple synaptic connections to each neural circuit.
• B) This more complex learning was the result of more associations that were built layer upon layer.
• C) Your maturing brain allowed these connections to be formed.
• D) You formed cognitive maps that linked these concepts together.

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Definitions:

Sexual Conflict

Refers to the evolutionary clash between males and females over reproductive strategy, resources, or mating preferences.

Gender Constancy

The understanding that one’s gender remains the same despite changes in appearance or behavior, usually achieved by around age 6 or 7.

Gender-type Activities

Activities often associated with a particular gender based on societal or cultural norms.

Encourage

To give support, confidence, or hope to someone, often motivating them to continue or begin a task or journey.