The phenomenon of __________ suggests that we should be more likely to develop aversions to novel foods than to familiar ones.
A) overshadowing
B) blocking
C) latent inhibition
D) counterconditioning

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Latent inhibition refers to the phenomenon where it is harder to establish a conditioned response to a stimulus if it has previously been experienced without any negative consequences. This means we are more likely to develop aversions to new or novel foods than to those we are already familiar with and have eaten without issue.

The Phenomenon of __________ Suggests That We Should Be More