In classical conditioning, when the unconditioned stimulus is presented first, it is known as _____.
A) concurrent conditioning
B) unconditioned conditioning
C) forward conditioning
D) operant conditioning
E) backward conditioning

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In classical conditioning, when the unconditioned stimulus is presented before the conditioned stimulus, it is known as backward conditioning. This is less common and typically less effective than forward conditioning, where the conditioned stimulus is presented before the unconditioned stimulus.

In Classical Conditioning, When the Unconditioned Stimulus Is Presented First