Some Researchers Believe That Classical Conditioning Takes Place Only Because

question 95

Multiple Choice

Some researchers believe that classical conditioning takes place only because ________.

• A) the pairing of the CS and US doesn't provide useful information about the likelihood of occurrence of the US
• B) the pairing of the CS and UR provides useful information about the likelihood of occurrence of the CS
• C) the pairing of the CS and US provides useful information about the likelihood of occurrence of the US
• D) the pairing of the US and UR provides information about the likelihood of occurrence of the US

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Definitions:

Cognitive Flexibility

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Postformal Thinking

A stage of cognitive development in adulthood characterized by the ability to deal with complex situations and contradictory elements in a reflective and relativistic manner.

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