Whenever Rohan visited a local artisan bakery, a faulty industrial espresso machine would suddenly release an incredibly loud, painful screeching noise, which startled Rohan and caused him to panic. Rohan now experiences a strong sense of anxiety whenever he passes any bakery, even when there is no noise.
Using your knowledge of classical conditioning, explain how Rohan developed this anxiety towards bakeries.
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