A type of learning in which the consequences of an organism's behavior determine whether or not it will be repeated is called _____ conditioning.
A)observational
B)evolutionary
C)operant
D)classical

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Operant conditioning is a type of learning in which behaviors are shaped by their consequences. This means that if a behavior is followed by a positive consequence (reinforcement), it is more likely to be repeated in the future. If a behavior is followed by a negative consequence (punishment), it is less likely to be repeated in the future. This is in contrast to classical conditioning, where a neutral stimulus is paired with a conditioned stimulus to elicit a conditioned response. Observation and evolution are not types of conditioning.

A Type of Learning in Which the Consequences of an Organism's