The pairing of two stimuli, one of which elicits a reflex and one of which is neutral is known as ____________.

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Classical conditioning involves pairing a neutral stimulus with an unconditioned stimulus that naturally and automatically triggers a reflexive response. Over time, the neutral stimulus alone can evoke the response, becoming a conditioned stimulus. This concept was famously demonstrated by Ivan Pavlov through his experiments with dogs.

The Pairing of Two Stimuli, One of Which Elicits a Reflex