For classical conditioning, it is essential that ___________________?
Correct answer: D. the CS be originally neutral
- A. the subject be informed of desired outcome in advance
- B. the UCS be inherently rewarding
- C. the UCS be originally neutral
- D. the CS be originally neutral
Explanation
In classical conditioning, the conditioned stimulus must initially be neutral, meaning it does not yet produce the target response. The unconditioned stimulus is not neutral because it naturally elicits a response without prior learning.
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