Question

Which of the following organisms was used as an experimental model for the investigation of Conditioning behavior?
A. Ducklings
B. Dog
C. Dolphin
D. Bee

Answer 1

Conditioning behavior is a term where behavior of organisms is being monitored at a laboratory level. Animals like- rabbit, dogs, rats, and monkeys are used for experimenting. As their gene shows rapid development in such animals It is easier to do experiments. They have a rapid rate of reproductivity unlike other complex organisms like human beings.

Complete answer:
Option A: Ducklings- ducklings are offspring of ducks. Duck no wonder is a bird and also an aquatic animal. But it cannot be used for experimenting behavior as they lack social skills.
Option A is not the correct answer.
Option B: Dog- Dogs are known to be man's best friend as they have high social skills and intelligence to understand human’s life. Hence for investigating conditioning behavior dogs are the suitable animals.
Option B is the correct answer.
Option C: Dolphin- dolphins are also considered to be the most socializing animal or mammal. But comparison to dogs no.
option C is not the correct answer.
Option D: Bee- Bees are insects which suck nectar from flowers. Bees are usually aggressive in nature as they have instant protective nature in order to protect their hives.
Option D is not the correct answer.

Therefore, Option B is the correct answer.

Note:
Studying animal behavior has many benefits. Dogs are being treated as pets and also to protect houses from strangers and other threats. The canine animal is a domestic animal and it can be trained also to help in protecting and detecting anti-social things. They usually like to be treated as humans. Their nature is like that.