A type of learning that can occur only during a brief period of early life and results in a behaviour that is difficult to modify through later experiences is called
A)insight.
B)imprinting.
C)habituation.
D)operant conditioning.
E)trial-and-error learning.

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The type of learning described refers to imprinting, which occurs during a critical period in early life and results in a strong tendency to display a particular behavior. This behavior is difficult to modify through later experiences, making imprinting important for the survival of many species.

A Type of Learning That Can Occur Only During a Brief