In classical conditioning, a behaviour changes because of an association that is learned ________ the behaviour occurs, but in operant conditioning, the behaviour is influenced by events that occur _________ it.
A)after; before
B)at the same time as; before
C)before; at the same time as
D)before; after

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In classical conditioning, an association between a neutral stimulus and an unconditioned stimulus is learned before the behavior (the conditioned response) occurs. In operant conditioning, the behavior is influenced by the consequences that follow it, meaning the events (reinforcements or punishments) occur after the behavior.

In Classical Conditioning, a Behaviour Changes Because of an Association