Rosa has learned to bring an umbrella with her on overcast days, explaining "I don't want to get wet if it rains." We can explain her behavior as a form of
A)superstitious behavior.
B)escape learning.
C)latent learning.
D)avoidance learning.
E)observational learning.

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Rosa's behavior is an example of avoidance learning, where she takes action (bringing an umbrella) to prevent an unpleasant situation (getting wet) from occurring. This is a proactive measure to avoid the negative outcome of rain, rather than a response after the fact.

Rosa Has Learned to Bring an Umbrella with Her on Overcast