Which learning principle is characterized by a less-pronounced response to stimuli that differ from the original stimulus?
A)habituation
B)stimulus generalization
C)extinction
D)stimulus discrimination

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Stimulus discrimination refers to the ability to differentiate between similar stimuli, resulting in a weaker response to those that are different from the original stimulus. It is the opposite of stimulus generalization, which elicits a similar response to both the original and similar stimuli. Habituation refers to a decrease in response to repeated stimuli over time, while extinction refers to the disappearance of a conditioned response when the conditioned stimulus is no longer paired with the unconditioned stimulus.

Which Learning Principle Is Characterized by a Less-Pronounced Response to Stimuli