Which group is not needed to demonstrates learned helplessness?
A) A group that receives escape training in Phases 1 and 2.
B) A group that receives non-contingent aversive stimulus presentations in Phase 1 and escape training in Phase 2.
C) A group that receives punishment training in Phase 1 and escape training in Phase 2.
D) A group that receives no training in Phase 1 and escape training in Phase 2.

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Learned helplessness is demonstrated by comparing a group that receives non-contingent aversive stimuli (B) with a group that receives no prior aversive stimuli (D). A punishment group (C) is not necessary for this demonstration.

Which Group Is Not Needed to Demonstrates Learned Helplessness