Response Topography

Response topography is the physical manifestation or attributes of a response to a stimulus. It is simply the physical movements that are involved in a response. Some examples are duration and strength of the response. The response topography of Pavlov's dogs was salivation in response to the food and the bell. Another example is your reaction when a friend startles you. The response topography could be a range of things including jumping, gasping or shrieking, grabbing your heart, or running away.