A reaction to a given stimulus that is learned or acquired over time is referred to as a(n)____.
A)unconditioned response
B)conditioned response
C)characteristic response
D)uncharacteristic response

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A learned reaction to a stimulus is a conditioned response. An unconditioned response is an automatic, innate reaction to a stimulus. A characteristic response and uncharacteristic response are not specific terms in psychology.

A Reaction to a Given Stimulus That Is Learned or Acquired