In terms of classical conditioning processes, the presence within a meal of a food item that has previously been associated with illness is likely to _____ the development of aversive associations to other items in the meal.
A) overshadow
B) block
C) assist
D) facilitate

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The presence of a food item previously associated with illness can block the development of aversive associations to other items in the meal, as the learned association with the illness is strong and can prevent new associations from forming.

In Terms of Classical Conditioning Processes, the Presence Within a Meal