Last month, Walter became sick after eating two chili dogs, so he no longer likes chili dogs. Walter has experienced _____
A) blocking
B) conditioned taste aversion
C) operant taste conditioning
Incorrect. Operant conditioning relates to voluntary behavior, whereas a taste aversion, such as the one Walter experienced, is an involuntary response.
D) non-contingent conditioning
Answer: B
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A) mode B) median C) mean D) range
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