The Law of Effect is concerned with the effects of ______________________?
Correct answer: D. rewards and punishment on behavior
- A. hormones in behavior
- B. activity states on behavior
- C. internal drive states on behavior
- D. rewards and punishment on behavior
Explanation
Thorndike’s Law of Effect states that responses followed by satisfying consequences become more likely, whereas responses followed by unpleasant consequences become less likely. Thus, it focuses on the behavioral effects of rewards and punishment.
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