In the Past Three Psychology Labs, Liliya Has Been Attempting

question 45

Multiple Choice

In the past three psychology labs, Liliya has been attempting to classically condition a lab rat. Her strategy has been to present the US and CS simultaneously. Which of the following should she do to strengthen the conditioned response of the rat?

• A)Make less frequent pairings of CS and US.
• B)Present the CS first and have it remain present during presentation of US.
• C)Present the US prior to CS.
• D)Present the CS first and withdraw it before introducing the US.
• E)Decrease the intensity of the US.

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