In an experiment on preparedness in rats, Bolles found that it is easier for a rat to learn to press a lever to _____ than to _____.
A) avoid shock; obtain fo
B) obtain food; avoid shock
C) avoid shock; escape shock
D) escape shock; avoid shock

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Bolles found that it is easier for a rat to learn to press a lever to obtain food than to avoid shock, demonstrating that animals are biologically prepared for certain types of learning that have survival value.

In an Experiment on Preparedness in Rats, Bolles Found That