After getting a slight burn from the spark of a flickering campfire,Julie became afraid of getting close to lighted gas stoves. This best illustrates the adaptive value of

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Julie's fear of lighted gas stoves is an example of generalization, as she has generalized her fear of getting burnt from a campfire to similar situations where there is a possibility of getting burnt. This is an adaptive response as it helps to avoid potential danger and protect oneself from harm.

After Getting a Slight Burn from the Spark of a Flickering