Question

which behavior is a learned behavior?
a. baby sea turtles moving from land to sea
b. dog responding to owners command
c. knee jerk reaction when tested by a doctor
d. being startled at a loud noise

please select the best answer from the choices provided

a
b
c
d

Explanation:

Distinguish between innate and learned behaviors

• Innate behaviors are genetically programmed, instinctive, and occur naturally without prior experience or training.
• Learned behaviors are acquired or modified through experience, practice, or training.

Analyze the given options

• A. baby sea turtles moving from land to sea: This is an instinct (innate behavior) that hatchlings perform automatically without being taught.
• B. dog responding to owner's command: This is a learned behavior acquired through training and reinforcement (operant conditioning).
• C. knee jerk reaction when tested by a doctor: This is an involuntary physiological reflex (innate).
• D. being startled at a loud noise: This is an automatic reflex response (innate).

Identify the correct choice

• Option B represents a behavior that must be learned through experience.

Answer:

• (A) baby sea turtles moving from land to sea
• (B) dog responding to owner's command (Correct answer)
• (C) knee jerk reaction when tested by a doctor
• (D) being startled at a loud noise