Researchers Condition a Flatworm to Contract When Exposed to Light

question 131

Multiple Choice

Researchers condition a flatworm to contract when exposed to light by repeatedly pairing the light with electric shock.The electric shock is a(n) :

• A) primary conditioner.
• B) conditioned stimulus.
• C) secondary stimulus.
• D) unconditioned stimulus.

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