Wendell always gets anxious before taking a math test because he is not good with numbers and formulae. When his science teacher announces a physics test that requires him to apply numerical formulae,Wendell begins to feel anxious,even though he enjoys physics.Which of the following is Wendell most likely demonstrating in this scenario?
A)positive reinforcement in operant conditioning
B)generalization in classical conditioning
C)discrimination in classical conditioning
D)negative reinforcement in operant conditioning

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Wendell is associating his anxiety with math tests with any test that requires numerical formulae, including physics. This is an example of generalization in classical conditioning, where a conditioned response is elicited by stimuli that are similar but not identical to the original conditioned stimulus.

Wendell Always Gets Anxious Before Taking a Math Test Because