Goal emulation differs from true imitation in that

a. in true imitation but not goal emulation, an observer may learn a different method than one utilized by the demonstrator.
b. in goal emulation but not true imitation, an observer may learn a different method than the one utilized by demonstrator.
c. in goal emulation, an observer will copy the behavior of the demonstrator even if it leads to an aversive event.
d. goal emulation is more common in humans whereas imitation is more common in nonhuman primates.


Ans: b

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