Principles of Biology
2nd Edition
ISBN: 9781259875120
Author: Robert Brooker, Eric P. Widmaier Dr., Linda Graham Dr. Ph.D., Peter Stiling Dr. Ph.D.
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
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Chapter 42.1, Problem 1BC
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The introduction of a similar type of appearance in coral snake and king snake due to operant conditioning.
Introduction:
Operant conditioning can be described as learning, which involves trying and learning. This type of learning involves rewards and punishment. So, learning through this method is involved with a particular behavior and consequences.
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Principles of Biology
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