In a reevaluation of Tryon's "maze-bright" and "maze-dull" rat study, it was found that the "maze-bright" rats were not more intelligence, but instead were more
A) energized by the special food additive.
B) sensitive to tactile stimulation.
C) physically developed and stronger.
D) motivated by food and less easily distracted.

Question

In a reevaluation of Tryon's "maze-bright" and "maze-dull" rat study, it was found that the "maze-bright" rats were not more intelligence, but instead were more​
A) ​energized by the special food additive.
B) ​sensitive to tactile stimulation.
C) ​physically developed and stronger.
D) ​motivated by food and less easily distracted.

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The study found that the "maze-bright" rats performed better in the maze due to being more motivated by food and less easily distracted, rather than being inherently more intelligent.

In a Reevaluation of Tryon's "Maze-Bright" and "Maze-Dull" Rat Study