According to the functionalist perspective, when an organism learns a conditioned response to natural stimuli compared to laboratory stimuli, the conditioning
A)proceeds more slowly and produces weaker effects
B) is less dependent upon a very small time interval between the presentation of the conditioning stimulus and the UCS
C) is less resistant to various sorts of interference in the conditioning process
D) last for a shorter period of time

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The functionalist perspective suggests that learning in a natural environment allows for more flexibility in the timing between the conditioned stimulus and the unconditioned stimulus (UCS), making the conditioning less dependent on a very small time interval. This perspective emphasizes the adaptability and functionality of learning processes in real-world settings.

According to the Functionalist Perspective, When an Organism Learns a Conditioned