The Probabilistic Contrast Model, Which Can Explain Backward Blocking, Ignores

question 91

Multiple Choice

The probabilistic contrast model, which can explain backward blocking, ignores something that is critical in other models of learning. What is missing?

• A) The ability to explain simple forward blocking.
• B) The ability to explain conditioned inhibition.
• C) The ability to account for trial order effects.
• D) The ability to explain latent inhibition.

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