This report describes the use of an analog computer in modeling of psychological conditioned responses. The model uses a simple track-hold circuit for an analog simu lation of a memory, with a constant input when the circuit is in the track condition. Consequently, the entire model is quite simple. The model is versatile, and produces a quantitative measure of the magnitude of the conditioned response. The data obtained from this simulation agrees well with psychological data. The results of Pavlov's famous experiments with dogs are given in this report for comparison with the results obtained from the model.
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