In an experiment, researchers conquered learned helplessness in dogs by:
A) repeatedly presenting the conditioned stimulus without the unconditioned stimulus.
B) dragging the dogs over a barrier to the side of the cage that was not electrified.
C) removing the food from the end of the maze.
D) disconnecting the food dispenser from the operant chamber in the dogs' cages.

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Dragging the dogs over a barrier to the side of the cage that was not electrified helped them to realize that they had the ability to escape from the unpleasant situation. This intervention helped them to overcome their learned helplessness and start actively seeking ways to avoid the shocks.

In an Experiment, Researchers Conquered Learned Helplessness in Dogs By