Multiple choice

One difference between classical and operant conditioning is that

  1. animals learn only by operant conditioning

  2. operant conditioning involves learning in which antecedent events are associated with one another

  3. classical conditioning involves learning in which antecedent events are associated with one another

  4. operant conditioning occurs when a response is not affected by consequences
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Explanation

Classical conditioning involves associating two antecedent events (CS and US) that occur together. Operant conditioning involves associating behaviors with their consequences. Both can occur in animals and humans. Operant conditioning is specifically affected by consequences (reinforcement/punishment).

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