Asked by Ciarra Martin on Jul 16, 2024

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What was the conditioned stimulus (CS) in the case of Little Albert?

A) a white rat
B) a loud noise
C) a high chair
D) a small enclosed space

Conditioned Stimulus

An initially neutral trigger that, after association with an unconditioned stimulus, leads to a conditioned response over time.

Little Albert

The subject of a famous psychology experiment by John B. Watson and Rosalie Rayner illustrating classical conditioning through inducing a fear response in a young child.

White Rat

Often used in laboratory experiments, this is a rat breed known for its white fur, frequently utilized in psychological and medical research.

  • Outline the significance of conditioned stimuli (CS) and unconditioned stimuli (US) in classical conditioning processes.
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Austin HarbinJul 17, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
In the case of Little Albert, the conditioned stimulus (CS) was a white rat.