What is the meaning of unconditioned stimulus?
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The question is asking for the definition of the term 'unconditioned stimulus', which is a concept in psychology often discussed in the context of classical conditioning.
Answer
A stimulus that naturally elicits a response without prior association or conditioning.
An unconditioned stimulus is a biologically relevant stimulus that naturally elicits a response without prior association or conditioning.
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An unconditioned stimulus is a biologically relevant stimulus that naturally elicits a response without prior association or conditioning.
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The concept of an unconditioned stimulus is fundamental in classical conditioning, a learning process first described by Ivan Pavlov.
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A common mistake is confusing an unconditioned stimulus with a conditioned stimulus, which requires prior learning to elicit a response.
Sources
- Unconditioned Stimulus in Classical Conditioning - Verywell Mind - verywellmind.com
- Unconditioned Stimulus In Psychology: Definition & Examples - Simply Psychology - simplypsychology.org
- Unconditioned Stimulus - Definition and Examples - Biology Online - biologyonline.com
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