Practice mode Pedagogy

How likely are responses that produce discomfort to be repeated in the same situation?

Correct answer B. Less likely

Explanation

Thorndike's law of effect states that responses followed by an unpleasant outcome are weakened, so they become less likely to recur in that situation.

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