Which of the following statements accurately reflects the results of Watson and Jones' experimental attempts to remove Peter's fear of rabbits?
A) Peter lost his fear of the rabbit, but not his generalized fear of cotton, fur coats, and other similar stimuli
B) Peter's fear of the rabbit gradually intensified
C) Peter lost his fear of the rabbit and those things to which his fear had generalized
D) Peter lost his fear of the rabbit, but began to fear Watson and Jones

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Watson and Jones were able to successfully remove Peter's fear of rabbits through a process called "systematic desensitization." They gradually exposed him to the rabbit while he was in a relaxed state, until he was no longer afraid of it. This also resulted in a reduction of his fear of other similar stimuli to which his fear had generalized.

Which of the Following Statements Accurately Reflects the Results of Watson