The classical-conditioning term for a stimulus that elicits a reflexive response in the absence of learning is:
A)unconditioned stimulus.
B)unconditioned response.
C)conditioned stimulus.
D)conditioned response.

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An unconditioned stimulus (US) is a stimulus that naturally and automatically triggers a response/reflex without any prior learning or conditioning. For example, the taste of food is an unconditioned stimulus that triggers a naturally occurring salivation response.

The Classical-Conditioning Term for a Stimulus That Elicits a Reflexive