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Latent Learning

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

Latent learning is a type of learning that occurs without any obvious reinforcement and isn't demonstrated until there's an incentive to do so.

AP course connection

Topic 4.3: 4.3 Operant Conditioning

Unit 4

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