After owning a car with a manual transmission,Hank buys a car with an automatic transmission.When first driving his new car,he keeps reaching for the nonexistent clutch and gearshift.What does this example illustrate

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This example illustrates stimulus generalization, which occurs when a person responds to stimuli that are similar to the original stimulus. In this case, Hank's previous experiences with a manual transmission have caused him to generalize those responses to his new car with an automatic transmission.

After Owning a Car with a Manual Transmission,Hank Buys a Car