A phobia is best interpreted as a

a. rational fear based upon realistic dangers.
b. conditioned emotional response.
c. fear shaped by operant conditioning in childhood.
d. conscious attempt to appear frightened in order to gain attention.

ANSWER: b

Psychology

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