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Psychology QUESTION #9838
Question 1
Thorndike's 'Law of Effect' was an early version of what is now known as the principle of:
  • Extinction
  • Contiguity
  • Reinforcement✔️
  • Trial and error
Correct Answer Explanation
Thorndike's Law of Effect (1898) — behaviours followed by satisfying consequences are strengthened — is the direct precursor to Skinner's concept of reinforcement in operant conditioning.