Question

According to behaviourists, the grasping reflex in human babies and the imprinting behaviours in baby ducks are both examples of _________ behaviours.

Answer 1

According to behaviourists, the grasping reflex in human babies and the imprinting behaviours in baby ducks are both examples of primitive behaviours.

These primitive behaviours help babies to begin interacting with their environment. These automatic reflexes help babies to adjust to life outside the womb and help build the foundation for motor and cognitive skills.

Answer 2

According to behaviourists, the grasping reflex in human babies and the imprinting behaviours in baby ducks are both examples of primitive behaviours.
These primitive behaviours help babies to begin interacting with their environment. These automatic reflexes help babies to adjust to life outside the womb and help build the foundation for motor and cognitive skills.