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hbsimmons88

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Explain what is meant by the Hebb rule.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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Give an example of classical conditioning that has occurred in your experience. Define which element is the conditional stimulus, which is the unconditional stimulus, and what the response is.
 
  What will be an ideal response?



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: The Hebb rule states that a synapse that repeatedly becomes active at about the same time that a postsynaptic neuron fires will strengthen that synapse. The rule is used to provide a conceptual account of the physiological basis of learning, and suggests that experiences will produce physical changes in brain synapses that will be expressed in behavior (i.e., memory).

Answer to Question 2

Answer: Student examples will vary, but some common elements are expected in this answer:
The UCS should produce a UCR. The CS should be a mostly neutral stimulus. There should be mention of repeated pairings. The CR should resemble the UCR.



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