Imprinting and Songbird Singing Are Both Examples of

question 44

Multiple Choice

Imprinting and songbird singing are both examples of

• A)altruism.
• B)innate but not learned behavior.
• C)a type of courtship ritual.
• D)innate behavior that also requires some learning.
• E)kin selection.

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Definitions:

Factor Analysis

A statistical technique for finding clusters of related traits, tests, or items.

Empirical Method

A way of gaining knowledge by means of direct observation or experience, relying on evidence that is observable and measurable.

Scale Construction

A method used in research for assigning numerical values to variables, allowing for quantitative analysis of traits, attitudes, and behaviors.

Spearman-Brown Formula

In psychometrics, a mathematical formula that predicts the degree to which the reliability of a test can be improved by adding more items.