In order for a rat to transfer learning from one set of stimuli in a matching to sample task to another set of stimuli, the rat must learn
A)an S-R relationship.
B)an R-O relationship.
C)an S(R-O) relationship.
D)a general rule.

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In order for the rat to transfer learning from one set of stimuli to another, it must learn a general rule rather than just specific S-R or R-O relationships. This is because the new set of stimuli may require a different response or have a different reward outcome, but if the rat has learned a general rule, it can apply it to the new stimuli set and adjust accordingly.

In Order for a Rat to Transfer Learning from One