In Lorenz's View, Imprinting Needs to Take Place at a Certain

question 140

Multiple Choice

In Lorenz's view, imprinting needs to take place at a certain, very early time in the life of the animal, or else it will not take place. This period of time is called the

• A) receptive period.
• B) sensitive period.
• C) critical period.
• D) bonding period.

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Definitions:

Reinforcement

In behavioral psychology, a process by which a behavior is strengthened or increased through positive outcomes or consequences following the behavior.

Fixed Amount

A predetermined quantity, often referring to a specific sum of money or a static measurement in experiments and statistics.

Varying Amounts

Describes quantities that differ in size, number, or extent, and are not fixed or constant.

Fixed Interval

A schedule of reinforcement where the first response is rewarded only after a specified amount of time has elapsed, in behavioral psychology.