Which of the following is true of stimulus generalization?

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Stimulus generalization refers to the tendency to respond in the same way to stimuli that are similar to the original conditioned stimulus. Therefore, the greater the similarity between two stimuli, the greater the likelihood of stimulus generalization. Option A is incorrect as stimulus generalization occurs if two stimuli are similar, not if they are distinct. Option C is also incorrect as the conditioned response elicited by the new stimulus is usually less intense than the original conditioned response. Option D is incorrect as stimulus generalization blurs the ability to differentiate between stimuli.

Which of the Following Is True of Stimulus Generalization