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Conditioning



 
  Conditioning may refer to:

  • In probability theory, the use of conditional probabilities, expectations and distributions; see conditioning (probability)
    Conditioning (probability)

    Beliefs depend on the available information. This idea is formalized in probability theory by conditioning. Conditional probability, conditional Expected value and conditional Probability distribution are treated on three levels: Discrete probability distribution, probability density functions, and measure theory....
  • In mathematics, the property of a matrix as "well-conditioned" or "ill-conditioned"; see condition number
    Condition number

    In numerical analysis, the condition number associated with a problem is a measure of that problem's amenability to digital computation, that is, how numerically well-conditioned the problem is....
  • In cosmetics, hair conditioning
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

    An air conditioner is an appliance, system, or Mechanism designed to extract heat from an area via a refrigeration cycle. In construction, a complete system of heating, Ventilation , and air conditioning is referred to as "HVAC." Its purpose, in a building or an automobile, is to provide comfort during either hot or cold...


Of people and animals:
  • Classical conditioning
    Classical conditioning

    Classical Conditioning is a form of associative learning that was first demonstrated by Ivan Pavlov . The typical procedure for inducing classical conditioning involves presentations of a neutral stimulus along with a stimulus of some significance....
    , is a type of associative learning
  • Operant conditioning
    Operant conditioning

    Operant conditioning is the use of consequences to modify the occurrence and form of behavior. Operant conditioning is distinguished from classical conditioning in that operant conditioning deals with the Behavior modification or operant behavior....
    , a psychological phenomenon involving voluntary behavior
  • Physical exercise
    Physical exercise

    Physical exercise is any bodily activity that raises the heart rate above its resting level and enhances or maintains physical fitness and overall health....


See also

  • Conditioning regimens in transplantation