Nonassociative learning is learning that involves

A. the formation of associations among two sequential stimuli.
B. the formation of associations between behaviors and outcomes.
C. a change in the magnitude of response to a single stimulus.
D. progressive rewards to shape non-naturally occurring behavior.


Answer: C

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