Susie learned to sit on the floor and cry until she is given a piece of candy.This is an example of
A) habituation.
B) classical conditioning.
C) operant conditioning.
D) social learning.

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This is an example of operant conditioning, where behavior is modified through reinforcement or punishment. In this case, the reinforcement is the receiving of candy after crying, which is likely to increase the likelihood of Susie repeating the behavior in the future.

Susie Learned to Sit on the Floor and Cry Until