is demonstrated when conditioning occurs to the dominant component of a compound stimulus but not to the weaker component.

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Overshadowing occurs when, in the process of conditioning, a more salient or dominant component of a compound stimulus is learned more readily than a less salient component. This means that the presence of a stronger stimulus overshadows the learning about a weaker stimulus that is presented simultaneously.

Is Demonstrated When Conditioning Occurs to the Dominant Component of a Compound