EPPP Psychology

Category - Social and Cultural Bases of Behavior

Instincts are one path psychologists use to explain certain human behaviors. There are four criteria that must be met in order for a behavior to be considered instinctive. Which of the following is NOT one of those criteria?
  1. It is characteristic of one species
  2. It is characteristic of all species
  3. It is consistent
  4. It occurs in both the absence and presence of specific stimuli
Explanation
Answer: B - Instinctive behavior is characteristic of one species, not across all species. It is consistent, will occur in the absence and presence of specific stimuli, and occurs in an organized manner without any prior practice.
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