In an experiment, an animal was provided multiple strings, one of which would provide food when pulled. The animal pulled the strings until the food was obtained. What does this say about animal problem solving?
A. The animal had no memory of previous attempts
B. The animal was unable to understand the task
C. The animal learned from previous experience
D. The animal had a moment of realization and solved the problem quickly
Answer (2)
The animal's behavior in pulling strings until obtaining food reflects its ability to learn from previous experiences. Rather than showing impulsiveness or a lack of understanding, the animal demonstrates memory and problem-solving capabilities. This highlights cognitive processes involved in problem-solving in animals. ;
The animal's behavior in pulling strings indicates it learned from previous experiences to solve the problem of finding food. This demonstrates its memory and understanding of the task rather than impulsive or random actions. Therefore, the correct answer is option C: 'The animal learned from previous experience.'
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