If a killer whale fails to perform a trick,what is the appropriate response from the trainer?
A) to turn off an underwater light
B) to be motionless and still
C) to sound the whistle
D) to offer a smaller-than-normal amount of food

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The appropriate response is for the trainer to be motionless and still. This non-reaction serves as a neutral response, indicating to the killer whale that the performed action did not result in a reward, without using punishment. This technique is part of positive reinforcement training methods, where desired behaviors are rewarded, and undesired behaviors are not reinforced.

If a Killer Whale Fails to Perform a Trick,what Is