In which of the following scenarios is Roxie,the dog,most likely to rapidly learn to associate a conditioned stimulus with food?
A)When Roxie's owner gets home from work,sometimes she gives Roxie a food treat right away;other times,they go for a short walk before Roxie is given the treat.
B)During the week,Roxie gets treats for not scratching the furniture;during the weekend,she gets treats for performing complex tricks.
C)Roxie's owner has two sons: The older son teaches Roxie tricks and sometimes rewards her with a treat;the younger son likes to play fetch with Roxie.
D)Each morning,Roxie's owner opens the squeaky kitchen cupboard,pours dog food into a bowl,and immediately puts the bowl of food on the floor for Roxie to eat.

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In scenario D, Roxie's owner consistently pairs the sound of the squeaky kitchen cupboard with the delivery of food, allowing for a strong association to be formed. Consistency and immediacy are key factors in the formation of a conditioned response. In the other scenarios, there is inconsistency or multiple stimuli associated with the delivery of food, which can impede the formation of a strong association.

In Which of the Following Scenarios Is Roxie,the Dog,most Likely