An automatic response to some stimulus is called
A) associative learning.
B) respondent behavior.
C) observational learning.
D) operant behavior.

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A respondent behavior is an automatic response to a stimulus, such as a reflex or an emotion. Associative learning involves forming connections between stimuli and responses, while observational learning involves learning by watching others. Operant behavior involves learning through consequences and rewards. Therefore, the best answer for automatic response to a stimulus is respondent behavior (choice B).

An Automatic Response to Some Stimulus Is Called