Which of the following behaviors best describes an example of classical conditioning?

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Classical conditioning involves learning to associate an unconditioned stimulus that already brings about a particular response (in this case, food) with a new (conditioned) stimulus (the spoon), so that the new stimulus brings about the same response (excitement in anticipation of food). This is exemplified by the infant getting excited when seeing the spoon used for feeding, as the infant has learned to associate the sight of the spoon with the act of being fed.

Which of the Following Behaviors Best Describes an Example of Classical