Rescorla's modern conceptualization of classical conditioning is based on the idea that ________.
A) the CS substitutes for the UCS
B) there is a biological readiness for conditioning to occur between the CS and UCS
C) the CS has to provide information about the coming of the UCS
D) reinforcement must occur by providing a pleasant event

Question

Rescorla's modern conceptualization of classical conditioning is based on the idea that ________.
A) the CS substitutes for the UCS 
B) there is a biological readiness for conditioning to occur between the CS and UCS
C) the CS has to provide information about the coming of the UCS 
D) reinforcement must occur by providing a pleasant event

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Rescorla's model emphasizes that classical conditioning depends on the CS providing predictive information about the UCS, rather than just being a substitute or requiring biological readiness.

Rescorla's Modern Conceptualization of Classical Conditioning Is Based on the Idea