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Which of the following is an example of habituation in animals?
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49. Animal Behavior
Animal Behavior
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Which of the following is an example of habituation in animals?
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A cat learning to open a door to get food
B
A dog salivating at the sound of a bell
C
A fish swimming towards a light for food
D
A bird ignoring a repeated non-threatening noise
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Understand the concept of habituation: Habituation is a simple form of learning where an animal gradually stops responding to a repeated stimulus that is neither harmful nor rewarding.
Analyze each option to determine if it fits the definition of habituation.
Option 1: 'A cat learning to open a door to get food' involves learning a new behavior to achieve a reward, which is not habituation.
Option 2: 'A dog salivating at the sound of a bell' is an example of classical conditioning, not habituation, as it involves associating a stimulus with a response.
Option 3: 'A fish swimming towards a light for food' indicates a learned behavior to obtain a reward, not habituation. The correct answer is the bird ignoring a repeated non-threatening noise, as it shows a decrease in response to a non-threatening stimulus.
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