Which of the following does NOT illustrate classical conditioning?
A)Whenever Elizabeth smells British Sterling cologne, she feels a tingle of romantic excitement because it reminds her of her boyfriend, who always wears that cologne.
B)The sound of a neighbor's drill sends a shudder up Janeen's spine because it reminds her of the dentist's office.
C)Jack felt energized after drinking three cups of coffee, even though the coffee was actually decaffeinated.
D)Leslie always pays her electric bill on time in order to avoid a late charge.

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Classical conditioning involves learning through association, where a neutral stimulus becomes associated with a meaningful stimulus, eliciting a similar response. Choices A, B, and C illustrate classical conditioning through associations with cologne, a drill sound, and coffee, respectively. Choice D involves operant conditioning, which is learning based on the consequences of behavior, such as rewards or punishments, rather than association.

Which of the Following Does NOT Illustrate Classical Conditioning