The suppression ratio used in conditioned suppression preparations involves a comparison between the rate of responding during the _______ and the total rate of responding _______.
A) CS; during the CS and an equal time period just prior to the CS
B) CS; during the CS and US
C) CS; during the US
D) CS; when the CS is absent

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The suppression ratio in conditioned suppression experiments is calculated by comparing the rate of responding during the conditioned stimulus (CS) to the total rate of responding during the CS and an equal time period just prior to the CS. This method helps in assessing the degree of suppression caused by the anticipation of the unconditioned stimulus (US) following the CS.

The Suppression Ratio Used in Conditioned Suppression Preparations Involves a Comparison