Asked by Anuja Ashok on May 09, 2024

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A bee stung Leah while she was playing in the yard a few weeks ago.She now becomes panicky each time she goes out to play.In this example, the conditioned stimulus is

A) being stung.
B) playing outside.
C) seeing the bee.
D) feeling panicky.

Conditioned Stimulus

A previously neutral stimulus that, after becoming associated with the unconditioned stimulus, evokes a conditioned response.

Bee Stung

A painful condition resulting from a bee's sting, which can inject venom into the skin.

Panicky

A state of intense fear and anxiety that can result in erratic behavior or a sense of overwhelming dread, often without a clearly identifiable cause.

  • Grasp the basic principles of classical and operant conditioning in behavioral psychology.
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Claudia Lizette Garay RonderoMay 10, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The conditioned stimulus is playing outside because Leah has learned to associate playing outside with the fear of being stung by a bee, leading to her panic. This association was formed after the initial incident of being stung.