Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Psychology

Chapter

Self and Personality

Question:

Which learning principle is associated with Pavlov's theory of classical conditioning?

Options:

Operant conditioning

Observational learning

Reinforcement

Stimulus-response association

Correct Answer:

Stimulus-response association

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 4: Stimulus-response association

Classical conditioning, developed by Ivan Pavlov, is based on the principle of stimulus-response association. In this learning process:

  • A neutral stimulus (e.g., a bell) becomes associated with an unconditioned stimulus (e.g., food)

  • Eventually, the neutral stimulus alone elicits the conditioned response (e.g., salivation)

This forms a direct association between a stimulus and a response, which is the core idea behind classical conditioning.