Why was Little Albert NOT counterconditioned, or systematically desensitized, for his acquired fear of rats?
A)Once learned, a phobia is permanent.
B)Systematic desensitization has been shown to be ineffective for treating fear.
C)His mother removed him from the study.
D)The scientific community considered the experiment unethical and ended it abruptly.

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Little Albert was removed from the study before any attempt at counterconditioning or systematic desensitization could be made. It is unknown whether it would have been successful or not.

Why Was Little Albert NOT Counterconditioned, or Systematically Desensitized, for His