Which of the following would be the typical sequence of stimuli in a shuttle avoidance procedure?
A) The presentation of a shock is followed by the sound of a tone.
B) The sound of a tone is followed by the offset of a shock.
C) The sound of a tone is followed by the presentation of a shock.
D) The offset of a shock is followed by the sound of a tone.

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In a shuttle avoidance procedure, a warning signal (like the sound of a tone) is presented before an aversive stimulus (such as a shock). This allows the subject to learn to avoid the aversive stimulus by responding to the warning signal. Option C correctly describes this sequence.

Which of the Following Would Be the Typical Sequence of Stimuli