In a city where frequent, unpredictable rain showers occur, carrying an umbrella to work each morning, even though the sky is clear, might be an example of:
A)negative reinforcement
B)passive avoidance conditioning
C)Sidman avoidance conditioning
D)escape conditioning

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Sidman avoidance conditioning involves taking proactive measures to avoid an anticipated negative event, such as carrying an umbrella to avoid getting wet from unpredictable rain.

In a City Where Frequent, Unpredictable Rain Showers Occur, Carrying