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What are the key differences between classical and operant conditioning in psychology?
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Classical conditioning and operant conditioning are two types of learning in psychology. Here are the key differences between the two:

Definition:
- Classical conditioning is a type of learning in which a neutral stimulus comes to elicit a response after being paired with a stimulus that naturally elicits that response. Operant conditioning is a type of learning in which the consequences of a behavior determine the likelihood of that behavior being repeated in the future.

Stimulus-Response Relationship:
- Classical conditioning involves an automatic response to a stimulus, whereas operant conditioning involves an active response to a stimulus.

Reinforcement:
- Classical conditioning does not involve reinforcement or punishment. In operant conditioning, reinforcement and punishment are used to increase or decrease the likelihood of a behavior being repeated.

Types of Responses:
- Classical conditioning primarily deals with involuntary responses, such as reflexes. Operant conditioning deals with voluntary responses, such as learned behaviors.

Timing of Response:
- In classical conditioning, the response occurs before the stimulus is presented. In operant conditioning, the response occurs after the stimulus is presented.
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That's a bit dry and hard to remember. Could you give real life examples of each of those?