Which of the following theorists found that monkeys reared in isolation avoided social contact?

A) Schacter
B) Singer
C) Murray
D) Harlow

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Which of the following theorists found that monkeys reared in isolation avoided social contact?A)  SchacterB)  SingerC)  MurrayD)  Harlow

Takiya Baker · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : D, Explanation :  Harlow conducted the classic experiment with rhesus monkeys where they were separated from their mothers and given two surrogate mothers to choose from - one made out of wire and another made out of cloth. The monkeys spent more time with the cloth mother, even when she did not provide food, showing the importance of social contact and comfort. He also found that monkeys reared in isolation avoided social contact and were severely disturbed in terms of behavior and social skills.

Which of the following theorists found that monkeys reared in isolation avoided social contact?

A) Schacter
B) Singer
C) Murray
D) Harlow

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