When workers down the street began using a jackhammer, a dog in the surrounding area reacted with fright at the unusual noise. An hour later, however, it was fast asleep, though the noise level remained the same. This is an example of
A) dishabituation.
B) disinhibition.
C) habituation.
D) sensitization.

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This is an example of habituation, where the dog becomes accustomed to the noise over time and no longer reacts to it as strongly, eventually ignoring it and falling asleep. Habituation is a decrease in response to a stimulus after repeated presentations.

When Workers Down the Street Began Using a Jackhammer, a Dog