Question

____ is a learning process in which a neutral stimulus becomes associated with an innately meaningful stimulus and acquires the capacity to elicit a similar response.
○ classical conditioning
○ operant conditioning
○ observational learning
○ insight learning

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Classical conditioning: It involves a neutral stimulus being paired with an unconditioned (innately meaningful) stimulus, leading the neutral stimulus to elicit a similar response (conditioned response). This matches the description.
• Operant conditioning: Focuses on learning through consequences (rewards/punishments) of behavior, not stimulus association as described.
• Observational learning: Involves learning by observing others, not stimulus association.
• Insight learning: Involves sudden understanding or problem - solving, not stimulus association.

Answer:

A. Classical conditioning