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AP Psychologyeasymcq1 pt

In classical conditioning, the unconditioned stimulus:

A.Automatically triggers a response without prior learning

B.Is a learned response to a previously neutral stimulus

C.Must be paired with a conditioned stimulus to work

D.Gradually decreases in effectiveness over time

Explanation

Core Concept

The unconditioned stimulus (UCS) naturally and automatically triggers an unconditioned response without any prior learning or conditioning.

Correct Answer

AAutomatically triggers a response without prior learning

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