Before learning,a neutral stimulus:
A) is paired with the unconditioned response
B) is a reflexive action
C) does not produce the reflex being tested
D) only works with humans, not with animals

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Before learning, a neutral stimulus does not produce the reflex being tested. It is only through conditioning that the neutral stimulus becomes associated with the conditioned response, leading to a learned response. Choices A and B are incorrect because a neutral stimulus is not yet associated with any response, either unconditioned or reflexive. Choice D is incorrect because the concept of a neutral stimulus applies to both humans and animals.

Before Learning,a Neutral Stimulus