When Brenda and Don first got married, she was bothered by his snoring, but after 15 years of marriage she barely notices it anymore. This is an example of:
A) habituation.
B) sensitization.
C) priming.
D) dishabituation.

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Habituation occurs when an individual becomes accustomed to a stimulus after repeated exposure, leading to a decrease in response, as seen in Brenda's adaptation to Don's snoring over time.

When Brenda and Don First Got Married, She Was Bothered