The difference between classical conditioning and operant conditioning is that in the case of
A. operant condition, an individual acquires a maladaptive response by learning to pair a behavior with its consequences.
B. operant condition, the individual associates a maladaptive response with a stimulus that is harmless.
C. classical conditioning, positive reinforcement increases the frequency of particular behaviors.
D. classical conditioning, negative reinforcement increases the frequency of particular behaviors.
Answer: A
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