In classical conditioning when a conditioned stimulus is used to reinforce further learning,which of the following is occurring?
A) the law of effect
B) response chaining
C) higher order conditioning
D) instrumental conditioning

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Higher order conditioning occurs when a previously neutral stimulus (conditioned stimulus) is used to reinforce further learning by pairing it with a second neutral stimulus, which eventually elicits the same conditioned response as the original conditioned stimulus. This process allows for the development of complex associations and is an example of how classical conditioning can be used to reinforce learning.

In Classical Conditioning When a Conditioned Stimulus Is Used to Reinforce