AP Psychologymediummcq1 pt
The law of effect, proposed by Thorndike, states that
A.rewarded behaviors are stamped in; punished ones stamped out
B.behavior is entirely instinctive
C.stimuli pair automatically
D.learning needs no consequences
Explanation
Core Concept
Responses followed by satisfying outcomes grow more likely — the principle Skinner later systematized.
Correct Answer
Arewarded behaviors are stamped in; punished ones stamped out
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