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What is the first step in any example of classical conditioning?
(A) Following a response with a reinforcement or a punishment
(B) Reinforcing an organism for a behavior similar to the desired behavior
(C) Pairing an unconditioned stimulus with a conditioned stimulus
(D) Rewarding a behavior with an unconditioned stimulus, such as food
(E) Punishing behaviors other than the target behavior
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Answer
(C) Pairing an unconditioned stimulus with a conditioned stimulus
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Explanation
Classical conditioning always starts with pairing a conditioned stimulus (like a bell) with an unconditioned stimulus (like food). All the other possible answers involve reinforcements and punishments, which are involved in operant conditioning, not classical conditioning.
Posted : 12/06/2024 9:42 pm