The phase of classical conditioning during which the conditioned response is developing is often referred to as ____.
A) extinction
B) acquisition
C) counter conditioning
D) spontaneous recovery

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Acquisition is the phase of classical conditioning during which the conditioned response is developing. During this phase, a neutral stimulus is repeatedly paired with an unconditioned stimulus until it elicits the desired response on its own. Extinction refers to the weakening or disappearance of a conditioned response. Counter conditioning involves pairing the conditioned stimulus with a new, positive response to replace the old, negative response. Spontaneous recovery refers to the reappearance of a previously extinguished conditioned response after a period of time.

The Phase of Classical Conditioning During Which the Conditioned Response