Unlike other forms of conditioning, taste aversion is powerful and rapidly acquired, suggesting that it
A)is specific to certain organisms.
B)is because the CS and US are contiguous.
C)only occurs in humans and not lower animals.
D)has adaptive significance.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The fact that taste aversion is powerful and rapidly acquired suggests that it has adaptive significance. This means that it serves an evolutionary purpose in helping organisms avoid potentially harmful foods.

Unlike Other Forms of Conditioning, Taste Aversion Is Powerful and Rapidly