The tendency to respond to a conditioned stimulus that is similar, but not identical, to the original conditioned stimulus is called ________.
A)stimulus generalisation
B)stimulus adaptation
C)response generalisation
D)transfer of habit strength

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Stimulus generalisation is the phenomenon where similar stimuli to the original conditioned stimulus can elicit the same response as the original stimulus. This is a common phenomenon in classical conditioning, and it helps explain why people might experience anxiety or fear in situations that are similar to a traumatic event.

The Tendency to Respond to a Conditioned Stimulus That Is