Classical conditioning takes place when a(n) ________ is continuously matched with a(n) ________.
A) conditioned stimulus; conditioned response
B) unconditioned response; conditioned response
C) conditioned stimulus; unconditioned stimulus
D) unconditioned stimulus; unconditioned response

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Classical conditioning occurs when a conditioned stimulus is repeatedly paired with an unconditioned stimulus. The conditioned stimulus then comes to elicit a response that is similar or identical to the response originally elicited by the unconditioned stimulus. Choice C accurately describes this process.

Classical Conditioning Takes Place When A(n) ________ Is Continuously Matched