AP PSYCHOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Correct answer: Classical conditioning involves pairing a neutral stimulus with a non-neutral one until there is a non-neutral reaction to the neutral stimulus, whereas operant conditioning occurs when a creature’s actions are influenced by the consequences of their actions.

Detailed explanation-2: -The main difference between classical and operant conditioning is that classical conditioning associates involuntary behavior with a stimulus while operant conditioning associates voluntary action with a consequence.

Detailed explanation-3: -What is the major difference between classical and operant conditioning and nonassociative learning? Nonassociative learning occurs more slowly than classical and operant conditioning. Nonassociative learning requires repeated exposure whereas classical and operant condition usually occur in one trial.

Detailed explanation-4: -What is the main difference between classical conditioning and operant conditioning? Classical conditioning requires learning that two events are related, whereas operant conditioning demonstrates that behavior leads to a consequence.