Of the Three Hypotheses That Sherman Offered to Explain Calling

question 9

Multiple Choice

Of the three hypotheses that Sherman offered to explain calling in ground squirrels,the ______________ received the most empirical support.

• A)inclusive fitness hypothesis
• B)predator confusion hypothesis
• C)bait-and-switch hypothesis
• D)parental investment hypothesis

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Definitions:

Guided Imagery

A technique involving the use of mental images to help relax or positively influence one's physical or mental state.

Motivated Forgetting

A theoretical process in which individuals may unconsciously block memories of traumatizing or negative experiences.

Misinformation Effect

The phenomenon that occurs when a person's recall of episodic memories becomes less accurate because of post-event information.

Spacing Effect

The phenomenon that information is better retained when study sessions are spaced out over time rather than crammed in a short period.