Lindsey paid close attention to the behavior of her dog just before he would relieve himself on their morning walks. She noticed that he would move his leg in a particular way immediately beforehand. She then began saying "let's go potty" as soon as she saw him move his leg. Eventually, when Lindsey would say "let's go potty," the dog would relieve himself. This example best illustrates the process of

A. extinction.
B. latent inhibition.
C. generalization.
D. acquisition.


Answer: D

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