In classical conditioning, generalization of a response will be greatest to stimuli that
A) most closely resemble the original CS.
B) are the most different from the original CS.
C) occur shortly following the CS.
D) have the greatest resemblance to the UCR.
E) have the least resemblance to the UCR.

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Generalization in classical conditioning occurs when a response is elicited by stimuli that are similar to the original conditioned stimulus (CS). The greater the resemblance to the original CS, the greater the likelihood of generalization.

In Classical Conditioning, Generalization of a Response Will Be Greatest