Understanding Classical Conditioning Concepts 3.7

Which of the following best describes an unconditioned response in classical conditioning?

• A learned reaction to a previously neutral stimulus

• An automatic, natural reaction to a stimulus

• A response that occurs after extinction

• A response that is generalized to similar stimuli

In Pavlov's experiment with dogs, what was the conditioned response?

• Salivation in response to food

• Salivation in response to the bell

• The sound of the bell

• The presence of food

What is associative learning?

• Learning that occurs through observing others

• Learning that involves connecting two stimuli or a stimulus and a response

• Learning that involves understanding complex concepts

• Learning that occurs without any reinforcement

Which of the following is an example of generalization in classical conditioning?

• A dog salivates only to the sound of a specific bell

• A dog salivates to any sound that is similar to the bell

• A dog stops salivating when the bell is no longer paired with food

• A dog salivates to the sight of its owner

What does discrimination mean in the context of classical conditioning?

• The ability to respond differently to similar but distinct stimuli

• The process of associating a neutral stimulus with an unconditioned stimulus

• The reduction of a conditioned response over time

• The ability to respond the same way to different stimuli

Which of the following is an example of cognitive learning?

• A child learns to fear dogs after being bitten

• A student learns math by solving problems

• A dog learns to sit on command

• A rat learns to press a lever for food

In classical conditioning, what is extinction?

• The process of strengthening a conditioned response

• The disappearance of a conditioned response when the conditioned stimulus is no longer paired with the unconditioned stimulus

• The initial stage of learning when a response is first established

• The reappearance of a conditioned response after a rest period

What is a neutral stimulus in classical conditioning?

• A stimulus that naturally triggers a response

• A stimulus that initially does not trigger any response

• A stimulus that has been conditioned to trigger a response

• A stimulus that triggers a response after extinction

Which of the following scenarios best illustrates classical conditioning?

• A student learns to solve algebra problems through practice

• A dog learns to fetch a ball for a treat

• A child learns to associate the sound of a bell with lunchtime

• A person learns to ride a bicycle

What is the main difference between classical conditioning and operant conditioning?

• Classical conditioning involves voluntary behaviors, while operant conditioning involves involuntary behaviors

• Classical conditioning involves involuntary behaviors, while operant conditioning involves voluntary behaviors

• Classical conditioning requires reinforcement, while operant conditioning does not

• Classical conditioning involves cognitive processes, while operant conditioning does not