When counterconditioning is used,a conditioned stimulus is paired with an unconditioned stimulus that is _______ the conditioned response.
A) reinforced by
B) extinguished by
C) associated with
D) incompatible with

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Counterconditioning involves pairing a conditioned stimulus with an unconditioned stimulus that is incompatible with the undesired conditioned response. This means that the unconditioned stimulus should elicit a response that cannot coexist with the original conditioned response, leading to a new association between the conditioned stimulus and a more desirable response. Therefore, choice D, "incompatible with," is the best answer.

When Counterconditioning Is Used,a Conditioned Stimulus Is Paired with an Unconditioned