Classical conditioning occurs when a neutral stimulus
A) is replaced by a cognitive schema.
B) can be ignored by the respondent.
C) is converted into a neutral response.
D) acquires the ability to produce a response originally produced by another stimulus.

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Classical conditioning occurs when a neutral stimulus (such as a bell) is repeatedly paired with an unconditioned stimulus (such as food) until it acquires the ability to produce a response (such as salivation) originally produced by another stimulus. This learned response is called a conditioned response.

Classical Conditioning Occurs When a Neutral Stimulus