Behavior Analysts Prefer the Term Modal Action Pattern Over Fixed-Action

Multiple Choice

Behavior analysts prefer the term modal action pattern over fixed-action pattern because:

A) Modal denotes the presence of slight idiosyncratic differences across members of the species
B) Modal indicates that the sequence of behaviors can change across members of the species
C) Modal indicates that the response is learned across the organism's lifespan
D) Modal indicates that this is the typical response pattern for the organism