14 Questions
What is the purpose of systematic collection of behavioral data in enrichment studies?
to provide evidence of same behavioural
What is a single subject design in enrichment studies?
A research design that involves studying only one animal
What is the A-B-A-B research design in enrichment studies?
All of the above
How can the severity or seriousness of stereotypic or abnormal behavior be assessed?
all of the above
What are some examples of abnormal behaviors in animals?
all of the above
What is considered unacceptable in terms of the percentage of time spent engaged in abnormal behavior?
More than 10%
How does the ease of distraction from performing the behavior affect the severity of abnormal behavior?
The behavior is less severe if the animal is easily distracted
How does the ease of distraction from performing the behavior affect the severity of abnormal behavior?
The behavior is more severe if the animal is less aware of the surroundings
How does the presence or absence of an obvious reason for the behavior affect its severity?
The behavior is more severe if there is no obvious reason
When is abnormal behavior considered a problem?
When it occurs instead of "normal" behavior and reduced behavioral diversity
What factors should be taken into account when assessing the behavior of "wild" animals?
Both a and b
How do Fongoli chimpanzees differ from rainforest chimpanzees in terms of their environment and behavior?
Both a and b
How do Lossi gorillas differ from other gorillas in terms of their environment and behavior?
Both a and b
What are some examples of human influences (anthropogenic impacts) on "wild" environments?
Both a and b
This quiz examines the importance and purpose of systematically collecting behavioral data in enrichment studies. It tests your understanding of how such data collection contributes to research outcomes and animal welfare.
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