According to Seligman's research, dogs that were initially exposed to inescapable electric shocks learned to _____ when given the opportunity to avoid subsequent escapable shocks.

A) quickly escape
B) do nothing
C) engage in novel behaviors
D) bark and whimper

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Final Answer : B, Explanation :  Seligman's research on learned helplessness showed that dogs initially exposed to inescapable electric shocks did not attempt to escape when later presented with escapable shocks, demonstrating a learned sense of helplessness or resignation.

According to Seligman's research, dogs that were initially exposed to inescapable electric shocks learned to _____ when given the opportunity to avoid subsequent escapable shocks.

A) quickly escape
B) do nothing
C) engage in novel behaviors
D) bark and whimper

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According to Seligman's research, dogs that were initially exposed to inescapable electric shocks learned to _____ when given the opportunity to avoid subsequent escapable shocks.A) quickly escapeB) do nothingC) engage in novel behaviorsD) bark and whimper

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According to Seligman's research, dogs that were initially exposed to inescapable electric shocks learned to _____ when given the opportunity to avoid subsequent escapable shocks.

A) quickly escape
B) do nothing
C) engage in novel behaviors
D) bark and whimper