The process in which prior conditioning prevents conditioning to a second stimulus even when the two stimuli are presented simultaneously is called ________.
A) backward conditioning
B) proactive interference
C) blocking
D) retroactive interference

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The process of blocking occurs when prior conditioning to a first stimulus prevents or "blocks" conditioning to a second stimulus even when the two stimuli are presented simultaneously. This is because the first stimulus has already established a strong association with the conditioned response, leaving no room for the second stimulus to form a new association. Backward conditioning, proactive interference, and retroactive interference are all different concepts that do not specifically involve this phenomenon.

The Process in Which Prior Conditioning Prevents Conditioning to a Second