For optimal conditioning, the minimum delay between the CS and US should be
A)a half second to five seconds.
B)15 to 30 seconds.
C)40 to 50 seconds.
D)one to two minutes.

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The optimal delay between the conditioned stimulus (CS) and the unconditioned stimulus (US) for effective conditioning is generally considered to be a half second to five seconds. This range allows for the most efficient association to be formed between the CS and the US.

For Optimal Conditioning, the Minimum Delay Between the CS and US