Why Is Learning Defined in Terms of the Mechanisms of Behavior

Multiple Choice

Why is learning defined in terms of the mechanisms of behavior rather than by a behavior change itself?

A) Behavior changes are short-lived; changes in the mechanisms are enduring.
B) Behavior is due to many factors besides learning.
C) Behavior does not change due to interaction with environmental stimuli.
D) Behavior cannot be quantified; mechanisms can be.