In an Experiment on Classical Conditioning, a Tone Is Followed

question 89

Multiple Choice

In an experiment on classical conditioning, a tone is followed by a puff of air to the eyes. After several repetitions, subjects blink their eyes when they hear the tone. In this experiment blinking is

• A) the unconditioned stimulus.
• B) both the conditioned stimulus and the unconditioned stimulus.
• C) the unconditioned response.
• D) both the conditioned response and the unconditioned response.

Examine behavioral economics' explanations for common economic phenomena, including market dynamics and consumer behavior.

Understand the concept of the hedonic treadmill and its implications for economic well-being.

Evaluate the effectiveness of different motivational strategies from a behavioral economics perspective.

Analyze the influence of default options and nudges on economic behavior.

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