Toddlers taught to fear speeding cars may also begin to fear speeding trucks and motorcycles. This best illustrates

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The scenario described in the question involves a child learning to fear one type of vehicle (speeding cars) and then applying that fear to other similar types of vehicles (trucks and motorcycles). This is an example of generalization, which occurs when a learned response is applied to a range of similar stimuli. Secondary reinforcement refers to a situation in which a neutral stimulus becomes associated with a primary reinforcer, such as a reward. Stimulus predictability refers to the degree to which a person or animal can anticipate a particular outcome based on a specific stimulus. Spontaneous recovery refers to the reappearance of a previously extinguished conditioned response after a period of time has passed.

Toddlers Taught to Fear Speeding Cars May Also Begin to Fear